Project Officer

The Early Mental Potential & Wellbeing Research Centre’s mission is to maximise every child’s mental and emotional capital by uplifting neurodevelopmental trajectories during early sensitive periods through interdisciplinary discovery science and translational technologies.

Toward this aim, we engage in 3 major activities and thrusts:

1. Core Discovery Research, Empowering Science: Basic neuroscience research and advanced computational models to understand individual neurocognitive potential, developmental trajectories, and risk and resilience factors;

2. Translation to Clinic & Pedagogy, Empowering Practitioners: Developing precision assessment and intervention tools to optimise parent-child social and mental health within clinical, education and community settings;

3. Translation to Real-World Technologies, Empowering Families: Creating scalable solutions and real-world technologies for parents to enhance their child’s mental and cognitive wellbeing at home.

We are looking for an experienced Project Officer to assist with the manufacturing and testing of the instrumented toys, user interface and with sensor data analysis for a research project on “Sociometric Play-based Remediation of Individual Neurodevelopmental Trajectories (SPRINT)”.

The successful candidate is expected to ensure that all experimental activities are carried out efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with institutional safety and ethical standards. The Project Officer will contribute directly to the success of the research initiatives, performing experiment and analyzing test data as part of the funded program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the setup and execution of experiments. Ensure that all experimental protocols are followed.
• Design and fabricate samples and prototypes.
• Manage and utilize advanced manufacturing techniques including additive manufacturing processes of polymer and multi-materials.
• Develop other fabrication technique where necessary.
• Perform mechanical testing, such as tensile, bending, DSC testing on the printed material and structures
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate data from experiments. Assist in data analysis and the preparation of reports and presentations for dissemination.
• Coordinate the procurement and maintenance of research materials and equipment. Manage inventory and ensure that supplies are available as needed for the research activities.
• Monitor project timelines and milestones, prepare report for regular review.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field
• Experience with product design and polymer-based 3D printing
• Familiar with material and mechanical testing techniques
• Good knowledge of internet security and data privacy principles
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Independent, adaptable to change, strong problem-solving skills
• Experience in a commercial / industry setting is desirable

Candidates with a proven track-record in one or more of these areas are welcome to apply. We will begin reviewing applications from June 2024 onwards, until the position is filled, and regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU