Tan Tock Seng Hospital Hiring! Full Time Research Asst in - Ricebowl

Job Description

Project Carer Matters 2 aims to establish a hospital-to-home framework to better support caregivers of older adults in the Central Health Region. A major thrust of this project is the digitalization of solutions to increase accessibility and utility to seniors and their caregivers. We are seeking a responsible and meticulous part-time Research Assistant to join our research team. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the team and plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and quality of the study data.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Screen, recruit, and follow-up with research participants over study period.
• Administer surveys (both online and in-person) and provide tokens of appreciation to research participants.
• Perform data-entry of participant responses.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on research participants.
• Ensure timely and proper documentation and filing related to fieldwork.
• Assist in supporting research team in necessary administrative project duties.
• Perform other relevant duties as directed by the Principal Investigator or Research Fellow.
  
  

Key Attributes

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, especially with older patients and their caregivers.
• Flexibility to conduct surveys during weekday evenings or weekends.
• Willing to travel to different locations to administer surveys.
• Responsible and organized, with the ability to monitor and follow up with participants promptly.
• Resourceful and able to troubleshoot minor issues
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or current student in Public Health, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Previous experience in data collection or research is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage with diverse populations sensitively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain consistent follow-through
• Proficiency in data entry, basic computer skills as well as the use of mobile application
• Proficiency in other non-English languages or dialects will be an advantage.
  
  

Interested Individuals Can Apply By Submitting The Following Documents

• CV
• Cover letter
• Educational Transcripts
  
  

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.