Job Description
The National University of Singapore invites applications for the role of Research Associate for research project title “Non-invasive right atrial pressure measurement” in the Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.
The Department of Medicine is highly involved in both basic science and applied research. The PI has a passion for medical technology innovation in cardiology field and has received numerous grants in this regard. There is strong support for research in the department. This project is also supported by A/Professor Leo Hwa Liang from Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore.
For more details about the Department of Medicine, please see: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/medi/
For more details about the PI, please see: https://www.nuh.com.sg/patients-visitors/Pages/find-a-doctor-details.aspx?docid=Lim_Yinghao
Appointments will be made on a 12-month contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose of the post
The Research Associate will be responsible, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful development of a prototype, and completion of clinical trials.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a passion for medical research to assist in the development of a novel non-invasive method of estimation of right atrial pressure to save patient costs, reduce morbidity, and improve follow up and titration of therapy.
The team has earlier developed a unique to be applied at a landmarked area over the right internal jugular vein. Early demonstrations have shown excellent correlation against non-invasive blood pressure measurements when transduced against the radial artery. In further testing with an internal jugular vein phantom with simulated patient waveforms, the sensor has also shown good results and correlation. At present, we are moving to clinical testing and are looking for passionate researchers to develop the device further and complete clinical trials.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Associate will liaise with all relevant parties to:
Qualifications
The applicant should:
Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Department : Medicine
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 8275
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