Research Assistant (educational Content Creator)

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


A Research Assistant (Educational Content Creator) position is currently available in the Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS). Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked 11th globally. It is also placed 1st amongst the world’s best young universities. The Earth Observatory in Singapore (EOS) at NTU Singapore is a national science Research Center of Excellence. Its mission is to conduct fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunami and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, toward safer and more sustainable societies. The Educational Content Creator will work collaboratively with the researchers from the Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) and the EOS Community Engagement Office to create online educational resources about earthquakes, volcanoes, climate change and disaster risk that are targeted at educators and students. The resources will be made freely available on the new EOS website. Working closely with the EOS Community Engagement Office and scientists from EOS and National Institute of Education (NIE), the incumbent will curate content from EOS findings, and craft the resources with reference to best practices in pedagogy. The incumbent will contribute to elevate EOS as an educational resource for Singapore and Southeast Asia. Job Responsibilities

  • Work with the scientists and staff from EOS to curate content
  • Research and develop educational content about earthquakes, volcanoes, climate change and risk
  • Work with the EOS Community Engagement team to produce content in a range of format (e.g., text, maps, figures)
  • Work with NIE to present content using best practices in pedagogy
  • Coordinate vendors (e.g., translation services) as and when appropriate
  • Participate in project meetings and take notes as and when appropriate
  • Produce progress reports as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements
  • BSc in science, or university degree with experience in science communication
  • Experience in Geographic Information Systems is recommended
  • Proven ability to work well with diverse teams
  • Excellent verbal, written and time management skills
  • Able to work as a team player and to meet deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills and able to deal with pressure in a flexible and graceful manner
  • Experience in design, videography, photography, or graphics will be a bonus

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: NTU In line with Singapore’s nationwide Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS), employees must be fully vaccinated to return to the workplace, unless certified to be medically ineligible. For Information on VDS, please click here .

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1094562
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
    Not mentioned