Research Fellow (Experimental Psychology/ Neuroscience)
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore
Permanent
Full-time
2 months ago
We are excited to announce an opportunity at School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS) in Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The Complex Systems Science @ NTU (led by A/Prof Cheong Kang Hao) and the STEM Learning Optimisation CoLab (led by Dr. Darren Yeo) are looking for passionate individuals to join our inter-disciplinary Science of Learning research team as a Research Fellow.The successful candidate will be an integral member of an inter-disciplinary Science of Learning research team developing brain-based machine-learning predictive models for early identification of mathematical learning difficulties in kindergarten and early primary level students.Key Responsibilities:Conduct independent researchHandle grant-related administrative tasks (e.g., prepare and amend ethics documents)Conduct literature reviews, and prepare research progress reports and policy reports for stakeholdersSupervise and lead a team of full-time and part-time research staffPlay a central role in coordinating and running of neuroimaging studyDevelop and/or manage data analysis pipelinesCoordinate between and liaising with faculty, collaborators, and stakeholders from different disciplinesCarry any other duties as required by PI and co-PI(s)Job Requirements:PhD degree in experimental psychology, biopsychology, cognitive psychology, educational neuroscience, NeuroAI, neuropsychology, neurology, psychiatry, cognitive neuroscience, AI in education, deep learning, biomedical engineering, computer science, and related fieldsExcellent oral and written communication skills with good command of the English language to perform literature reviews and write progress and research reportsKnowledge and experience in social science research methodologiesGood statistical knowledge and skills, including familiarity with statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS and R)Familiarity with neuroimaging software (e.g., SPM, AFNI, FSL)Familiar with coding (e.g., in R, MATLAB, Python)Experience with research project management and supervision of research staff and studentsExcellent organizational skills, project coordination and administration skills (e.g., in data management and storage), and able to work within tight deadlinesGood leadership skillsSelf-directed learner who can effectively picks up relevant skills as neededSelf-motivated, able to work independently to collect data, analyse data, and communicate findingsExperience with conducting cognitive neuroscience and/or neuroimaging research with children and/or adults, especially using fMRI, will be preferredExperience with resting-state fMRI and/or naturalistic fMRI analyses will be preferredExperience with cognitive/neuropsychological assessment with children and/or adults will be preferredExperience with dissemination of research findings (e.g., conference presentations and research reports) and academic publication processes will be preferredGood knowledge of cognitive functions and cognitive neuroscience theories and techniquesGood or working knowledge of machine learning techniquesWe regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Hiring Institution: NTU
