Research Assistant (Part-Time, 1 Year)

About the role

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore is looking for a part-time Research Assistant for a 1-year position within its Department of Psychology. You will assist clinical psychologists in a multi-study research project evaluating an acute crisis intervention model.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and prepare measures and/or interview questions
• Prepare and submit study amendments, status reports and other documents to research review committees and funding agencies, and liaise with them as study administrator
• Recruit participants, for example from the IMH Emergency Room, contact potential participants and obtain informed consent
• Schedule and conduct semi-structured interviews, administer questionnaires and carry out chart reviews
• Transcribe interviews and score questionnaires
• Enter and analyse quantitative and qualitative data
• Manage the study database across multiple time points, safeguarding participant confidentiality
• Attend required training sessions
• Handle administrative duties such as keeping research documents, arranging logistics and supplies, supporting volunteers, handling claims and reimbursements, and taking meeting notes

Required profile

• Degree in social sciences, psychology, public health or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a research setting
• Direct experience in qualitative analysis
• Some experience in data management and governance
• Familiarity with research ethics submission processes and protocols, such as informed consent
• Able to work independently and within a team

Required skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications