Project Officer (Computer Science)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore’s College of Computing and Data Science invites applications for a research position focused on developing algorithms for federated learning and brain connectome encoding. The role emphasizes independent, analytical work within a collaborative team, with opportunities to publish in top journals and contribute to cutting‑edge AI and data science research.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, demonstrate strong communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Independent, analytical, proactive and a team player.
• Excellent teamwork and verbal, written communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge relevant to the project domain.
• Demonstrated capability to conduct innovative research.
• Ability to adapt and incorporate novel ideas in scientific research.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate hypotheses and design experiments.
• Ability to design and implement new experimental methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop new algorithms including federated learning to combine multi-site data for encoding and decoding of the brain connectome.
• Designing new algorithms, develop deep learning methods, perform experiments, and publish in top journals and conferences.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty. A hot bed of cutting‑edge technology and groundbreaking research, the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science is an ‘exciting place to learn and grow’. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing new algorithms including federated learning to combine multi‑site data for encoding and decoding of the brain connectome.
• Designing new algorithms, develop deep learning methods, perform experiments, and publish in top journals and conferences.

Job Requirements

• Preferably Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Independent, highly analytical, proactive and a team player
• Excellent teamwork and verbal, written communication skills
• In-depth knowledge relevant to the project domain.
• Demonstrated capability to conduct innovative research.
• The ability and willingness to adapt and incorporate novel ideas and approaches in scientific industry.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate hypothesis and design effective experimental plans.
• Ability to design and implement new experimental methods.
• High‑level expertise in the required experiment or modelling methods.
• Ability to initiate collaboration research in multidisciplinary team.
• Oversee and report project progress.
• Ability and willingness to work some flexible hours.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

NTU A research‑intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world‑class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark‑certified (equivalent to LEED‑certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum.

Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech‑enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.

For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg

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