Career Opportunities
Research Assistant
Full-Time (Contract, Renewable)September 25, 2026
Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
Job Description
The Research Assistant (RA) will work on research projects under Dr Cyrus Ho from the Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore.
A key project that the RA may be involved in is the CHIMES Study, which aims to establish a depression cohort with a one-year follow-up to investigate the neural basis of emotional dysregulation. The study involves multimodal brain imaging techniques, including functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS).
The RA will also have opportunities to contribute to other ongoing research projects in areas such as mood disorders, neuroscience, cognitive ageing, and psychosocial research.
The RA may be involved in one or more projects depending on research needs.
Job Scope
- Plan and coordinate the research project(s).
- Assist in subject recruitment, accompany subjects for fMRI scans and perform portable fNIRS scans on subjects. Carry out groundwork for research activities.
- Analyse the study data
- Prepare manuscripts for publication
- Work on additional projects as requested by Dr Cyrus Ho
Job Specification / Requirements
- At least a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Psychology, or another relevant field
- Good writing, presentation and communication skills
- Willing to troubleshoot and problem-solve
- Learn how to do image processing and analysis of fMRI and fNIRS data with guidance
- Knowledge and application of statistics and biostatistics; able to analyse data using software such as SPSS.
- Knowledge of machine-learning techniques and past manuscript writing is a bonus.
Salary and Remuneration
The salary is inclusive of CPF and includes a 13th-month bonus. The contract is for at least one year with the chance of extension. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits will be provided in alignment with NUS policies.
Expected start period
October – November 2026
Contact Person
Applicants are to send a cover letter and CV to Dr Cyrus Ho at pcmhsh@nus.edu.sg. Short-listed candidates will be contacted as soon as possible for an interview.
Research Fellow
Full-Time (Contract, Renewable)September 25, 2026
Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
Job Description
The Research Fellow (RF) will work on research projects under Dr Cyrus Ho from the Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore.
A key project that the RF may contribute to is the CHIMES Study, which aims to establish a depression cohort with a one-year follow-up to investigate the neural basis of emotional dysregulation. The study incorporates multimodal brain imaging approaches, including functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), to better understand the neurobiological mechanisms underlying depression and emotional dysregulation.
The RF will also contribute to other ongoing and upcoming projects spanning neuroscience, mental health, cognitive ageing, and translational research, including studies involving neuroimaging, clinical, cognitive, and biological data.
The position offers opportunities to work across multiple projects and collaborate within a multidisciplinary research environment.
Job Scope
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee research projects and related activities.
- Contribute to study design, research methodology, protocol development, and implementation.
- Perform and/or oversee the processing and analysis of research data.
- Conduct fMRI and/or fNIRS data processing and analysis, where applicable.
- Apply appropriate statistical and computational methods to analyse multimodal research data.
- Interpret study findings and contribute to the development of new research directions.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Contribute to research presentations, reports, grant applications, and other scientific outputs.
- Work collaboratively with clinicians, researchers, research assistants, and other members of the research team.
- Provide guidance and support to junior research staff where appropriate.
- Contribute to additional research projects as required by Dr Cyrus Ho.
Job Specification / Requirements
- A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Psychology, Computing, Data Science, or another relevant discipline.
- A strong research background with experience in quantitative data analysis.
- Good scientific writing, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to troubleshoot methodological and analytical challenges.
- Experience with statistical analysis and relevant analytical software.
- A track record of scientific research and manuscript preparation.
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Salary and Remuneration
The salary is inclusive of CPF and includes a 13th-month bonus. The contract is for at least one year with the chance of extension. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits will be provided in alignment with NUS policies.
Expected start period
October – November 2026
Contact Person
Applicants are to send a cover letter and CV to Dr Cyrus Ho at pcmhsh@nus.edu.sg. Short-listed candidates will be contacted as soon as possible for an interview.
Senior Executive [Position Closed]
Full-Time (Contract, Renewable)January 14, 2025
Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
Job Description
The Senior Executive will work closely with the Undergraduate Education Director, Dr Cyrus Ho, to coordinate the undergraduate education programme for the Phase 4 Psychiatry Clinical Posting. This programme is designed to equip medical students with a comprehensive understanding of psychiatric principles and clinical practice. Key responsibilities include managing elective student postings to ensure meaningful exposure to mental health care, administering the Phase IV final MBBS MCQ examination, supporting education research initiatives, and overseeing financial administration for the education budget. This role is integral to maintaining the programme’s high standards and ensuring its smooth and effective execution.
Job Scope
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the undergraduate education programme for Phase 4 psychiatry clinical posting.
- Plan and manage elective student postings.
- Serve as the anchor administrator for the Phase IV final MBBS MCQ examination.
- Prepare and manage resources, including learning materials and simulated patients.
- Handle finance administration for the education curriculum budget.
- Assist in planning and conducting education research.
Job Specification / Requirements
- Education: At least Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Experience: Preferably 3 years of related work experience in education, administration, or event management.
- Skills:
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- Strong communication, coordination, and project/event management abilities.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Technologically savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Zoom.
- Keen attention to detail, trustworthy, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Salary and Remuneration
The salary is inclusive of CPF and includes a 13th-month bonus. The contract is for at least one year with the chance of extension. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits will be provided in alignment with NUS policies.
Expected start period
Mid-end February 2025
Contact Person
Applicants are to send a cover letter and CV to Dr Cyrus Ho at pcmhsh@nus.edu.sg. Short-listed candidates will be contacted as soon as possible for an interview.