Job Description

The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cognition (CLIC) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow. The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cog The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cognition (CLIC) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow. The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cognition (CLIC), funded by the in Singapore and coordinated through the , is a collaboration between Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the University of Cambridge. CLIC is a flagship programme in the Science of Learning to harness advancements in neuroscience to develop cognitive training programmes for the improvement of lifelong flexible learning , focusing initially on adolescents and young adults, but also envisaging work with infants and older adults. This is a strategic global initiative for the Universities of Cambridge and NTU that brings together multidisciplinary expertise from over 30 investigators in the areas of Neuroscience, Psychology, Linguistics and Education across the two universities. is a research intensive university currently ranked 13th globally and placed 1st amongst the world's best young universities. The University has Colleges of Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and an Interdisciplinary Graduate School. Further, the new Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine benefits from a dual campus located at Novena, in close proximity to the Singapore city centre. The Cognitive Neuroimaging Centre (CoNiC) houses state-of-the-art neuroimaging facilities including a newly installed 3T MRI scanner and MEG, as well as new EEG, NIRS, TMS and tDCS equipment. The first phase of the CLIC program will initially be housed at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. As the programme progresses, other sites will be developed to meet the needs of the experimental programme. The new CLIC research centre will provide a vibrant, fast-paced, international and interdisciplinary environment with excellent opportunities for skills development and knowledge exchange between partner Principal Investigator labs in Singapore and Cambridge. The Principal Investigators involved in the first phase of the research programme include: From Cambridge : Director Professor Zoe Kourtzi (Psychology), Senior Scientific Advisor Professor Trevor Robbins (Psychology), Senior Scientific Advisor Professor Barbara Sahakian (Psychiatry), Deputy Directors Professor Henriette Hendriks (Linguistics), Professor Michelle Ellefson (Education), and Imaging Lead - Professor John Suckling (Psychiatry). From NTU : Director Professor Annabel Chen (Psychology), Deputy Director Assoc Prof Victoria Leong (Psychology), Imaging Lead - Professor Bal zs Gulyas (LKCMedicine), and Principal Investigators Professor David Hung (NIE) and Assoc Prof Georgios Christopoulos (Nanyang Business School) supported by co-Investigator Dr Teo Chew Lee (NIE). The CLIC program is seeking one full-time Research Fellow to support research activities on neuroimaging, and training-related brain changes in adults. Given the highly inter-disciplinary nature of the project, the research fellow will be expected to take on opportunities for involvement in research activities related to human neuroimaging, language, infant cognition/learning and pedagogy. We anticipate the successful candidate to perform within a dynamic interdisciplinary research environment working collaboratively with project team members. This position will be co-supervised by Professor Balazs Gulyas and Professor John Suckling with input from Professor Zoe Kourtzi and Professor Annabel Chen. Key Responsibilities: Perform computational modelling and analysis of the neuroimaging and behavioural data from cognitive and related domain tasks Development and implementation of neuroimaging data analyses pipelines Conduct analysis of data and summarise research findings Development and implementation of data transfer and curation protocols Liaise with other workgroups on data management and multi-modal analyses Support and training of research assistants, graduate and undergraduate students Conduct literature reviews for publications and research briefings Author and co-author academic publications (e.g., journal, conference, book) Contribute to the production of research reports Contribute to the dissemination of research findings Perform other research-related tasks as required by the Principal Investigators Job Requirements: Doctorate (PhD) degree and publication record in experimental psychology, biopsychology, cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, neurology, psychiatry, cognitive neuroscience, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, or related fields. Advanced signal processing and programming skills (e.g. with Matlab, Python) Experience with neuroimaging techniques (MRI, EEG and/or TMS). Familiarity with image data analysis tools such as SPM, FSL, AFNI, and/or DSIStudio, etc. Experience with statistical packages, especially R and SPSS Good statistical knowledge and skills Good IT skills (i.e., Microsoft Office ) Strong ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and able to work within given deadlines Preferred requirements: Experience and/or interest in system administration and network infrastructure Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed Prior experience in the following Analyzing large datasets and data management (e.g. REDCap, MySQL) Working with Singaporean organizations / business Academic publication processes and reports. Please send your cover letter, research statement and 3 recommendation letters. For further enquiries, please email us at . We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.