Research Assistant (Neuropsychology)

CRADLE seeks applications for the position of Research Assistant. The successful candidate will be an integral member of an inter-disciplinary research team in the Science of Learning of emerging skills (literacy and numeracy). This position requires task-orientation, excellent organizational skills, attention to details and accuracy, flexibility in responding to fluid situations, good interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently. Experience with cognitive/neuropsychological testing and/or neuroimaging techniques (such as functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI), diffusion MRI (DTI, HARDI, DSI)) is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participant recruitment.

• Data collection using psychological and neuroimaging techniques, such as cognitive testing, fNIRS and MRI.

• Perform data analyses and manage data analysis pipelines under PI’s supervision.

• Perform research-related administrative work, such as purchase of material/equipment for research.

• Liaise and work closely with stakeholders from external institutions (including schools) and project collaborators.

• Conduct literature reviews and preparing policy reports for stakeholders.

• Prepare presentations and manuscripts for dissemination of findings.

• Systems administration, including maintenance of network servers and data security.

• Carry any other duties as required by Principal Investigator

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field

• Possess excellent communication and written skills to perform literature reviews, write progress reports, and present research findings.

• Self-motivator, able to work independently to collect data, analyse data, and communicate findings.

• Proficient in statistical analysis (SPSS or R), programming language (e.g., Python, Matlab), and experience with neuroimaging software.

• Willing to travel to testing sites for data collection.

• Excellent organizational skills and able to work within tight deadlines.

• Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed.

• Prior experience with cognitive neuroscience research, neuroimaging techniques (e.g., fNIRS, MRI), and academic publication processes

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