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.