Research Associate (Communication/Psychology/Sociology/Social Science)

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Singapore,
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is seeking a Research Associate to become part of a research team working on the research project: “A Multi-Methods Approach to Investigate Factors Shaping Public Acceptance of Cultured Meat in Singapore,” funded by the Ministry of Education Academic Research Fund Tier 1 Grant. The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is a world-class full-fledged communication school in Singapore, with an international faculty and state-of-the-art research centers. More information can be found here: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/wkwsci

Job Responsibilities

  • Engage in literature search and research idea development

  • Engage in the conceptualization and design of survey and experiment

  • Conduct data analysis with survey and experimental data

  • Engage in paper writing, publication, and presentation

  • Write progress report and final research report

  • Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator

  • Carry out administrative work associated with the program of research as necessary


Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree in fields including communication, psychology, sociology, or a social science related discipline. (Candidates with a good Bachelor’s degree in the above-mentioned fields will be considered.)

  • Prior experience in survey and experimental research

  • Good quantitative data management and analytical skills (e.g., able to analyze data using SPSS, MPLUS, or R).

  • Good communication and organizational skills (ability to work in a highly collaborative and multi-cultural team environment)

  • Strong writing skills and good public presentation skills

  • Prior experience with novel food or cultured meat research

  • An internationally recognized research track record as evidenced by journal publications and conference presentations

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU



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