Job Description

With the collaboration between Land Transport Authority of Singapore (LTA) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Transport Research Centre @ NTU (TRC@NTU) was set up in 2015 as an initiative to focus on mobility research for paving the way for Singapore\xe2\x80\x99s future land transport system. TRC@NTU conducts research to enhance knowledge and drive innovation in specific focus areas including public transport, active mobility, driving and road system etc. TRC@NTU has the state-of-art virtual reality stimulators for driving, cycling and walking.We are looking for a Research Fellow who will take charge of research and developments on projects in visual perception and action in virtual reality simulations and lab experiments, its possible applications in evaluating and improving safety in motion and vision.Key Responsibilities:Assist in literature reviewDesign of the experimentsTake charge of recruiting participantsPerform data collection and data analysisSummarize the findings in project reports and slidesPrepare manuscripts for publication.Take charge of general matters for the projects, including keep track of the progress of the project, give presentations, manage part-time undergraduate student assistants, communicate with the research team, and liaise with collaboratorsJob Requirements:Possess PhD degree in Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Science, Engineering or related fieldsEntry level candidates with a solid portfolio demonstrating analytical and model testing are welcomed to applyFamiliar with psychological or behavioural experimentsStrong knowledge of statistical software and programming languages including R, SAS, SPSS, Matlab, Python, C++Proven record in conducting preliminary data analysisStrong verbal and written communication skills, team player and able to work independentlyHas keen interest in virtual reality simulations and its software including Unity, UC-winWe regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Hiring Institution: NTU

Nanyang Technological University