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Research Associate/Research Assistant (Neuroimaging / Adolescent Mental Health)

Singapore National Technological University Approximately SGD 3,200–SGD 6,000 per month, depending on qualifications and experience*
Job Description

The role supports research into neuroimaging and adolescent mental health, including participant recruitment, psychological assessments, MRI or related imaging procedures, data collection, analysis, literature reviews, and research reporting. Applicants typically need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, biomedical science, cognitive science, or a related discipline. Experience with human-subject research, neuroimaging, statistics, or programming is advantageous. Candidates should be organised, detail-oriented, ethically responsible, and comfortable working with adolescents, families, clinicians, and multidisciplinary research teams. Strong communication skills, confidentiality awareness, and the ability to manage research documentation and deadlines are expected.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for work in engineering, science, technology, medicine, business, education, and the social sciences. NTU combines a large multicultural academic community with strong partnerships involving hospitals, government agencies, industry, and overseas institutions. Its research environment includes specialised laboratories, clinical collaborations, advanced imaging facilities, and interdisciplinary centres focused on health and human development. The university employs academic, research, professional, and technical staff from around the world. Research employees generally work within grant-funded projects and may have opportunities to publish findings, attend conferences, and develop specialist expertise. NTU’s main campus is in the western part of Singapore and is connected to the wider island by public transport.

Destination Guide

Singapore offers opportunities in universities, healthcare, biomedical research, technology, finance, education, and multinational companies. The culture is multicultural and multilingual, with English widely used at work alongside Chinese, Malay, and Tamil. Life is convenient, safe, and highly connected, with excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, and coastal areas. Housing can be expensive, especially near the city centre, so newcomers often consider shared apartments or locations close to MRT lines. Foreign professionals usually need an appropriate work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass; the employer normally submits the application, and approval depends on salary, qualifications, and current regulations. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, health insurance, banking, and a local phone plan. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain, so lightweight clothing and practical footwear are useful.

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