Embodied AI Research Fellow — Robotics & Perception

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in Embodied AI. The role focuses on developing perception, control, and learning-based methods for robotic manipulation and human-robot interaction.

You will work with robotics platforms, contribute to publications, and collaborate with faculty and industry partners. A PhD with first-author papers is required; proficiency in Python and C++, ROS/MoveIt, and hands-on robot experience are valued.

Qualifications

• PhD required with at least 3 first-author papers in CS/Robotics/ME/EE or related field.
• Experience in robotic perception, control, or learning-based methods.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ for AI and robotics applications; familiar with robotic middleware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement perception and control algorithms for robotic arms and embodied AI systems.
• Integrate multimodal AI models (vision, language, force sensors) with robotic platforms.
• Conduct experiments in simulated and real-world environments; evaluate AI-driven robotic behavior.
• Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, and industry partners on AI and robotics projects.
• Assist in maintenance and operation of lab equipment and robotic systems.
• Publish research findings and present at conferences.

Skills

Python

C++

ROS/MoveIt

Robotic perception

Reinforcement learning

Education

PhD degree

Tools

ROS

MoveIt

Job description

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in Embodied AI. The role focuses on developing perception, control, and learning-based methods for robotic manipulation and human-robot interaction.

You will work with robotics platforms, contribute to publications, and collaborate with faculty and industry partners. A PhD with first-author papers is required; proficiency in Python and C++, ROS/MoveIt, and hands-on robot experience are valued.