Research Assistant, Medical Education [LKCMedicine]

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School’s primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five-year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities.

This research project evaluates a support programme designed to help medical students navigate the transition into medical school. The findings aim to inform how medical schools may better support student wellbeing and success. We are looking for a motivated Research Assistant to join the research project team at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine. This role offers an exciting opportunity for the individual to contribute meaningfully to research on medical students’ transition, whilst gaining valuable experience in academic research.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support data collection activities

• Coordinate participant recruitment and schedule interviews

• Conduct interviews and transcribe recordings

• Organise and maintain research data and related documentation

• Assist with literature review and data analysis

• Assist with manuscript preparation

• Assist in drafting progress reports and final research reports

• Provide administrative support related to the research project as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in the humanities, social sciences, or a related discipline

• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply

• Familiarity with education-related research

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work independently

• Meticulous and eye for details

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.