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The Learning Sciences Laboratory invites qualified candidates to apply for vacancies
for Research Staff. Interested candidates
please follow application instructions at the end of each position. |
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Research Assistant/Associate (Ref: GEN) |
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Posted on:
28 Aug 06 |
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Responsibilities: |
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A team builder, able to balance being professional in
handling designated tasks and being people-oriented, able to
work well with management, academic, research, technical and
administrative staff members
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Requirements: |
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- A degree from a reputable university
- Experience with educational technology R&D and research methodogies in education, technology-savvy
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Research Assistant/Associate
(Ref: MK 13/06 ) |
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Posted on:
28
Aug 06 |
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The
Learning Science Lab (LSL) of the National Institute of Education
(NIE) invites suitable applicants to apply for the position of a
Research Assistant/Associate. The successful applicant will work
under the supervision of Assistant Professor Manu Kapur. He/she will
assist in a research project (Ref:
MK 13-06) on reconceptualizing the role of
scaffolding in problem-solving settings. A one-year full time
contract will be offered, starting as soon as possible. Flexible
work arrangements can be negotiated.
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Responsibilities: |
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Working closely with faculty researchers, the successful candidate
will be involved in:
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Literature Review, Analysis,
& Writing
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Preparation
of research materials
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Project
management, eg., liaison with the participating schools
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Data
collection ,transcription, collation, & analysis
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Requirements: |
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- A bachelors degree preferably with some graduate research experience vis-à-vis the
job requirements
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Research Assistant - GIS in Schools (Ref: LY 11/06) |
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Posted on:
30
Aug 06 |
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We
are looking for a full time or part-time research assistant to
conduct research on problem-based learning using geographic
information system (GIS) technologies. Candidates should have a
solid background in geography and GIS technologies and is familiar
with the secondary education in Singapore. Educational background in
learning science and technology is desirable.
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Requirements: |
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- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geography or spatial sciences
with proven experience in GIS technology; excellent
communication and interpersonal skills to promote good working
relationships with schools and co-workers; good organisation and
self-motivational skills.
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| Application: |
| Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief description of
career interests, and a list of names and addresses of two referees
to:
Dr Liu Yan
Humanities and Social
Studies Education (HSSE)
National Institute of Education
Nanyang Technological University
1 Nanyang Walk
Singapore 637616
Ph: 6790 3422 Fax: 6896 9135
Email: yan.liu@nie.edu.sg
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Research Associate/Assistant
(Ref: LCK 05/06 & 12/06) |
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Posted on:
30
Aug 06 |
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Responsibilities: |
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Co-design
curricula with researchers and teachers on mathematics that leverage
on technology; implement research design; do classroom observations;
interview teachers and students; analyze data; write research
reports. Applicants for RA positions have the opportunity to pursue
a graduate degree programme through this research, and to pursue
leading-edge research with international collaborators.
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Requirements: |
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- A good
honours or Masters degree
- Good
understanding of primary and secondary school mathematics
curricula.
- Undertaken coursework in educational and/or cognitive science
research methods.
- Solid
English writing skills.
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Desirable: |
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- Been a
mathematics teacher or researcher in mathematics education
before
- Experience with computer-based tools for mathematics, e.g. GSP
or graphing calculators
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative educational
research.
- Some
skills in technical development, e.g. Flash or Java scripts.
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Part-Time Research Assistants
(Transcribers) |
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Posted on: 30
Aug 06 |
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We are
looking for people to transcribe audio to text. We have estimated to have
a total of
40 to 50 hours of audio to be transcribed. The rate of transcribing is S$60 per
hour of transcribed audio. For example, if you transcribe 2 hours of audio, you will be
paid $120. Experienced in transcribing and those who are able to start
immediately are preferred.
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| Application: |
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e-mail Hans Lossman at hlossman@nie.edu.sg |
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Application Procedure: |
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Unless otherwise indicated, interested applicants should complete the Application Form for Research Positions and submit directly to:
Ms Angie Choo
Senior Officer, Learning Sciences Lab
National Institute of Education
Nanyang Technological University
1 Nanyang Walk
Singapore 637616
Tel: (65) 6790 3337
Email: enloo.choo@nie.edu.sg
Please indicate the position ref on the top left corner of the envelope or in the subject heading
of your emai. Only shortlisted candidates will be
invited for an interview. |
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