Overview

The Centre for Research in Child Development (CRCD) was established in 2017 with funding from the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE). Hosted at the National Institute of Education (NIE), the CRCD conducts studies focusing on factors that influence the course of development from infancy through middle childhood. The Centre is interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Child Development and Early Childhood Education
• Translation, Development and/or Intervention work
Candidates with appropriate qualifications and relevant research experience are encouraged to apply. We invite applications for the position of Education Research Scientist/Senior Education Research Scientist to join the CRCD.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant discipline
• Minimum 2 years of post-PhD experience

• Ability to lead a research team
• Track record in the following areas:
• High quality publications (please provide samples and information on the quality and impact of your work based on citations and ranking of journal publications)

• Planning and writing research project proposals that are funded through competitive peer-reviewed funding processes
• Independence in research (i.e. sole authorship/senior authorship of high-quality publications and invited presentations at conferences)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (spoken and written English);
• Ability to work with colleagues within a team

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement the centre’s research programme
• Take a leading role in the development of research projects and programmes and in seeking and pursuing appropriate external funding

• Disseminate the outcomes of research in peer-reviewed publications of international standing

• Support CRCD in its efforts to impact practice and policy through research projects and programmes

• Manage and conduct administrative and management tasks associated with research or programme

• Participate in research of strategic importance to CRCD and NIE
• Participate in the wider research and service activities of CRCD and NIE

Application

Interested applicants should complete and submit the following documents through: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Research-Scientist-in-Centre-for-Research-in-Child-Development--OER---NIE-_R00013585-1

• Cover letter addressing how you meet each of the requirements of this position

• Resume including a list of your qualifications, publications, grants and leadership experience, previous experience and a brief description of your achievements

• Research statement indicating your research expertise, interests, and future directions

• 1 to 3 of your best publications

• Name of at least 3 referees
• Any other documents that demonstrate your qualifications

Closing Date

• Review of applicants will continue until the position is filled.

Other Information

• Queries regarding the position should be directed to [email protected].

Note to applicants:

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together – building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities – all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting research on AI for Software Engineering. 
• Design and implement AI for software engineering solutions.
• Conduct evaluations and/or user studies to validate the effectiveness of the algorithms and tools.
• Write and publish research papers and present them to reputable academic conferences.
• Package the documents, implementation code, evaluation results of the project for release.
• Liaise with other team members of this project to realize the overall goal of the project.

• Minimum Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Software-related Majors.
• Working experience in the AI industry.
• Excellent knowledge on AI model development and implementation.
• Excellent knowledge in software security, software engineering, and AI.
• Excellent proficiency in programming.
• Experience on machine learning model optimization will be advantageous.
• Research publication in machine learning or software engineering area will be advantageous.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently and also collaboratively with team members.

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English Teacher ( Pre-School )

To help learners make excellent progress with their English, engendering in them a love of learning by delivering the curriculum in an engaging, interactive and professional manner and contributing positively to life examples . Planning, Teaching and Class Management • To prepare and deliver the curriculum with care and enthusiasm, in ways that facilitate active learning, excite curiosity and enrich the learners' knowledge and understanding. • To meet the learning objectives of the programme and differentiate learning activities to meet the varying needs of the students in each class. • To use relevant teaching resources to support instruction. • To liaise closely with the Team Lead on any matters concerning student development, performance or behaviour that are of concern. • To create a stimulating, tidy and interactive classroom. • To establish routines and enforce ageappropriate classroom management procedures. • To ensure that the students are supervised and safe at all times. Monitoring, Assessment, Reporting and Recording • To encourage and monitor the development and progress of each individual student through ageappropriate assessment and careful observation. • To guide and mark class work in a timely and precise manner. • To provide students, parents and other stakeholders with appropriate and constructive feedback on progress made. • To maintain accurate and complete records of students' attendance, progress, development, and any other records required by the Company.

The Research Officer will oversee the progress of the research study under the supervision of the Principal investigator. They will perform a variety of research activities which include planning and execution of experiments for functional validation, leading up to a scientific publication.

Main Duties:

1. Tissue Logistics

• Tracking of biological samples received in the lab pertaining to the study
• Collection of patient samples (FFPE, Tissue, WBC,DNA or RNA) from Pathology
• DNA/RNA extraction from frozen tissue or FFPE
• Submission of DNA/RNA samples to external sequencing partner

2. Cell culture

• Generation of cell line and/or organoids from tissue collected from the study
• Maintenance of these cell lines and/or organoids in culture

3. Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project

• Performing literature reviews when required
• Plan and execute experiments for functional validation
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental result and research findings
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations/scientific manuscripts/ literature for publication

4.Perform other related duties

• Laboratory upkeep and maintenance

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master of Science degree in related technical discipline (biology, cell biology, biomedical science, biochemistry or molecular biology)
• Experience working in a clinical or academic environment
• Strong technical/wet lab skills
• Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently
• Independent worker, possess initiative to complete tasks and projects assigned
• Highly motivated to learn new techniques and not afraid to ask if unsure
• Able to undertake independent research progressively