Job Description

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Associate / Assistant on a 12-month contract (renewable) at the , Centre for Research in Child Developmen The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Associate / Assistant on a 12-month contract (renewable) at the , Centre for Research in Child Development (CRCD). Project Title: A Follow-up of the Singapore Kindergarten Impact Project (SKIP) Cohort in Middle Childhood: Social-Emotional, Physical, Academic Outcomes and Predictors [OER 01/21 KKH] Project Introduction: This study follows up on the Singapore Kindergarten Impact Project (SKIP) cohort as they approach the end of middle childhood. The study aims to identify early and concurrent predictors of child outcomes in middle childhood in Singapore, and to examine potential moderators within the child or the child's environment-such as child environmental sensitivity, intervening activities/experiences, and classroom climate-that may influence outcomes. Findings from this study will provide unique and valuable insights to the factors and conditions that are important in influencing child development and outcomes, in the context of Singapore homes and schools. Requirements Master's degree in Psychology. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with relevant experience may be considered. Possess relevant experience in research Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team Possess good verbal and written communication skills Possess good project management and interpersonal skills Expertise in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience in quantitative methodologies and analyses Proficiency in statistical analyses software (i.e., SPSS, Qualtrics, and/or Mplus) Able to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Proactive, willing to learn, reliable and able to manage concurrent tasks in a timely manner Record of strong scientific writing skills and published papers an advantage Responsibilities Liaise with research team to manage and coordinate the logistics of project implementation (e.g., workflow and manpower scheduling and coordination, administration procedures) Liaise with participating schools/parents/teachers/students as required Supervise and oversee junior research associates, assistants, and interns Manage project data and document up-to-date project records Prepare reports and presentations with minimal supervision Conduct literature searches and reviews Perform data analysis Assist with report writing and publications Plan and organize dissemination workshops and talks as required Assist in planning and executing tasks to achieve project deliverables Other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI) / Co-PIs Application Applicants (external and internal) will apply via Workday. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Workday Job Requisition ID: R00010751 (https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Research-Associate--Office-of-Education-Research---Centre-for-Research-in-Child-Development--NIE-_R00010751) Closing Date Closing date for advertisements will be set to 28 calendar days from date of posting. Other Information NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to the NIE campus. This is subject to availability of seats.