Research Assistant (Office of Graduate Studies and Professional Learning) [NIE]
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Job Summary
The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Assistant on a 22-month contract at the Office of Graduate Studies and Professional Learning.
Project Title: Examining the relationship between misconceptions and anxiety in climate change education
Project Introduction:
This research project Examining the Relationship Between Misconceptions and Anxiety in Climate Change Education explores how students understanding of climate change relates to their emotional responsesparticularly climate anxietyand how these factors influence their engagement and learning. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach that integrates quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions. Using validated instruments such as the Climate Anxiety Scale (CAS) and the Climate Change Diagnostic Test (CCDT) the project will generate empirical evidence to inform the design of climate change education programmes that address both cognitive and emotional dimensions of learning. The research aims to contribute to policy and practice in environmental and sustainability education in Singapore and beyond.
Requirements:
Essential:
Bachelors degree preferably in Geography Education Social Sciences or a related field
Proficiency in research methods and qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques
Strong interest in geography or environmental education issues will be highly regarded
Minimum 1 to 2 years of professional experience in research. Fresh graduates may consider applying
Preferred:
Ability to work independently with tight schedule
Ability to collaborate and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds including school teachers students and university professors
Proficiency in MS Office Word Excel and Powerpoint
Proficiency in SPSS or SAS Nvivo
Responsibilities:
Working on literature searches reviews and report writing
Conducting meta-analysis on the literature searched
Organising data collection
Assist in analysis of data through coding and summary statistics
General project administration
Any other administrative duties as assigned by Principal Investigators
Application
Applicants (external and internal) will apply via Workday. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Closing Date
Closing date for advertisements will be set to 14 calendar days from date of posting.
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Nanyang Technological University is one of the top universities in Singapore offering undergraduate and postgraduate education in engineering, business, science, humanities, arts, social sciences, education and medicine.
