Specialist Associate (Imaging)
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Job Title: Specialist Associate (Imaging) Posting Start Date: 15/07/2024 Job Description ORGANISATION PROFILE The Singapore Population Health Studies (SPHS) is a population-based health research initiative at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore. SPHS aims to investigate the interactions between lifestyle, physiological, genetic and other omics biomarkers and their impact on health and longevity. In addition, SPHS will serve as a platform to monitor risk factors in the population and gain insight into determinants of health-related behaviours. JOB PURPOSE This role primarily involves the data collection and data review activities of the research projects under the SPHS unit that will contribute towards the building of a population health research biobank for Singapore. Duties & Responsibilities Take consent from research participants before performing any research procedures. Perform carotid ultrasound, keeping to a mean turnaround time of 15min per ultrasound scan. Perform regular quality control and calibration procedures and maintenance of equipment. Review data output to ensure the integrity of data and images stored in the research database. Manage the inventory of consumables and oversee the preventive maintenance of equipment performed by vendor. Conduct/undergo in periodic re-assessment of techniques to maintain consistency of image and data acquisition for standardisation. Train/supervise trainees. Analyse images and record the intima-media thickness and observations of carotid constriction/obstruction. Ensure the safety and protect the privacy of research participants by adhering to best practices. Any other responsibilities as required by future research projects. Qualifications Degree or Diploma in life or health sciences with an understanding of basic human anatomy or biology. Experience in performing ultrasound would be an advantage. Able to communicate with research participants to put them at ease with the procedure and to comply with the positioning required. Work Hours Work hours are: 7.45am to 6.15pm on Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri; and 7.45am to 3.15pm on alternate Sat. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment, who is service-oriented and good at time management. This job is for you if you prefer an academic research setting over a clinical one, enjoy working in a team that manages different assessment modalities and has a keen interest in helping to build a national biobank for research. More Information Location: Kent Ridge Campus Organization: National University of Singapore Department: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health #J-18808-Ljbffr
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