The Research Assistant will support research projects in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, or education. Typical duties include literature reviews, participant recruitment, data collection, behavioural or cognitive testing, data management, statistical analysis, and preparing reports or presentations. Applicants generally need a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree, strong research and analytical skills, careful attention to detail, and familiarity with tools such as Excel, SPSS, R, Python, or experimental software. Experience working with human participants, conducting experiments, or handling research data is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and collaboratively, follow ethical and data-protection procedures, communicate clearly, meet project deadlines, and contribute reliably to a multidisciplinary academic team.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for strengths in engineering, technology, science, business, education, social sciences, and interdisciplinary research. NTU brings together a large community of students, academics, researchers, and professional staff from Singapore and around the world. Its main campus is known for extensive research facilities, modern learning spaces, residential colleges, and a green environment. The university collaborates with government agencies, industry partners, hospitals, and overseas institutions on research addressing areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, education, health, and human behaviour. NTU offers research assistants opportunities to work with experienced investigators, gain practical academic and technical experience, and contribute to publications, experiments, and externally funded projects.
Singapore offers strong opportunities in universities, research institutes, healthcare, technology, finance, education, and multinational companies. Research careers are concentrated around institutions such as NTU, NUS, A*STAR, hospitals, and private laboratories. The culture is multicultural, efficient, and generally professional, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and safe, supported by excellent public transport, modern amenities, diverse food, and easy access to parks and regional travel. Housing can be expensive, especially near central districts, so many newcomers share apartments or live farther from campus. Foreign employees usually need an employer-sponsored pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass; eligibility depends on salary, qualifications, and current government requirements. Before relocating, candidates should confirm pass sponsorship, healthcare coverage, taxes, contract length, and accommodation costs. NTU’s campus is well connected to public transport and western Singapore housing areas.
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