Principal Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


Singapore NTU (Nanyang Technology University- MainOffice-HR) Full time
Centre for Lifelong Learning and IndividualisedCognition CLIC is a research collaboration between theUniversity of Cambridge and Nanyang Technological University (NTU)and hosted by the Cambridge Centre for Advanced Research andEducation in Singapore (CARES) that aims to developneuroscience-based interventions for lifelong flexible learning.Launched in October 2020 and funded by the National ResearchFoundation Singapore, CLIC brings together a multidisciplinary teamof psychologists, neuroscientists, linguists and educators whoconduct innovative research in the science oflearning.

KeyResponsibilities:
  • To supportCLIC Directors Prof Zoe Kourtzi (University of Cambridge) and ProfAnnabel Chen (Nanyang Technological University) in providingleadership and day-to-day management of all CLIC researchactivities.
  • To supervise and coordinate allCLIC programme staff (senior research fellow, research fellows,research associates, assistants and administrative staff) employedin Singapore.
  • To facilitate co-ordination andcommunication between PIs from the University of Cambridge (UK) andNanyang Technological University(Singapore).
  • To facilitate efficient workintegration across the different individual workpackages.
  • To contribute scientific leadershipon the CLIC programme of research, with a particular focus on theneuroscience of learning across the lifespan. Subject to theapproval of the funder, it is anticipated that the post holderwould be part of the principal investigator team forCLIC.
  • To provide oversight of required academicinputs to funder reporting and grant terms compliance processes toensure high-quality, programmatically synergetic communicationswith funder and funder advisory committees.
  • Tobe responsible for ensuring the programme's ethics and governanceresponsibilities are properly fulfilled.
  • Topromote CLIC research activities within Singapore andinternationally, with a view to widening the international researchimpact.
  • Communicate material of a specialist orhighly technical nature to a wide range of scientific andnon-scientific stakeholders.
  • Develop links withexternal contacts such as other educational and research bodies andSingapore government ministries, agencies and otherstakeholders.
  • Preparation of proposals andapplications to external bodies, e.g., for funding and contractualpurposes to continue, further support and/or progress the researchgoals of the CLIC programme.
  • To conductindividual and collaborative research projects within the scope ofthe CLIC programme and write up for presentation andpublication.
  • Develop links with externalcontacts such as other educational and research bodies andSingapore government ministries, agencies and otherstakeholders.
  • To originate and develop externalnetworks, for example to identify sources of funding, or buildrelationships for future activities.
  • Manage theuse of research resources and ensure that effective use if made ofthem, manage/monitor researchbudgets.


JobRequirements:
  • PhD degreespecialising either in experimental psychology, behavioraleconomics, social psychology, cognitive psychology,neuropsychology, neuroscience (basic, cognitive or computational),organizational behavior, linguistics, education orbiopsychology.
  • Expertise in the science oflearning, with a particular focus on cognitive neuroscience methodsand mechanisms of learning in youngpeople
  • Experience of data management andanalysis, with great attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping.
  • Experience of data management andanalysis, with great attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping.
  • Experience of experimental design,data quality control, data processing, statistical analysis, andintegration and visualization of data from multipleplatforms.
  • Strong abilities in strategicthinking and planning; the ability to guide and harmonise severalprogrammes of work and oversee and coordinate multiple teams andmanagement arrangements.
  • Ability to work bothin a team and pro-actively, using own initiative to prioritise andmanage own workload, to work under pressure and meet tightdeadlines and maintain confidentiality.
  • Haveexcellent IT skills and data analysisexperience.
  • Flexibility, good time managementand ability to prioritise a diverse and changingworkload.
  • Must be experienced in conductingindividual and collaborative researchprojects.
  • Enthusiastic to undertake managementand administrative duties and have a track record of securingresearch funding.
  • Proven ability to lead andinspire a team and work with vision andforesight.
  • The ability to support staffindividual and team growth, and in doing so promoting a productiveand supportive culture.
  • Possess sufficientadministrative skills to manage projects including financialmanagement.
  • Ability and willingness to belocated in Singapore.
  • Extensive priorexperience and deep knowledge of the Singapore researchenvironment, in particular, experience with setting up localresearch infrastructure, conducting human psychological research,and liaising with local researchentities


Pleaseapply by uploading your CV and academic transcriptto NTU job portallink.

Ifyou have any questions, please feel free to reach out tous at clic@ntu.edu.sg.

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