Research Assistant (Communication/Psychology/Sociology/Social Science)
At a glance
Junior Communications role at Ntu. NTU Main Campus · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Search the literature and help prepare manuscripts for research on science, environmental, and health communication
- Design surveys and experiments, then analyze their results using quantitative and qualitative methods
- Support journal publications, conference presentations, and research findings dissemination under the Principal Investigator
- Write interim and final research reports, while handling related administrative tasks
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in communication, psychology, sociology, or another social science discipline
- Prior survey and experimental research experience, with strong analytical ability using SPSS, MPLUS, or R
- Published journal research and conference presentations demonstrating an internationally recognized track record
- You collaborate well and can work independently in a multicultural project team, with initiative and strong interpersonal communication
Who this fits
This junior role suits someone with formal social science training and hands-on survey, experiment, and data-analysis experience. You'll work at NTU's Main Campus in Singapore as part of a multicultural research team, balancing independent work with supervision from the Principal Investigator.
From the employer
The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a Research Assistant to make an important contribution to a project on public opinion and communication towards science, environmental, and health issues, funded by NTU.
Key Responsibilities:
To engage in conducting literature searches and manuscript preparation.
To engage in survey and experiment conceptualization and design.
To conduct statistical analyses with survey and experimental data.
To conduct qualitative data analyses.
To contribute in research publications and presentations.
To write progress report and final research report
To engage in the dissemination of the results of the research with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
To carry out administrative work associated with the program of research as necessary.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in communication, psychology, sociology, or a social science related discipline.
Strong foundation in survey and experimental research and analytical skills (e.g., SPSS, MPLUS, or R).
A team player in a project setting, also with ability to work independently in a multi-cultural team environment.
Must demonstrate initiative and good interpersonal communication skills.
Prior experience in survey and experimental research.
An internationally recognized research track record as evidenced by journal publications and conference presentations.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU
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