Research Assistant (AGI Research)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant (AGI Research) in the School of Computing, Kent Ridge Campus. The role focuses on developing novel architectures for foundation models and embodied AI approaches within the e-AGI program.

The position emphasizes rigorous academic research, collaboration with senior researchers, and exploration of self-improving methodologies to advance intelligent systems. Strong publication and experimentation mindset is expected.

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with fellow researchers.
• A penchant for unconventional thinking as a catalyst for creative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of diverse research domains and literature.
• Identify tractable components within complex research problems.
• Investigate emerging tools and methodologies under mentors' guidance.
• Complete research tasks yielding innovative outcomes.
• Develop algorithms, prototypes, or datasets addressing core objectives.

Skills

Strong academic excellence

Collaborative research

Unconventional thinking

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant (AGI Research)

University-Level Unit: School of Computing

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Department of Computer Science

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 11/08/2026

Job Description

Prof. YAN Shuicheng from the Learning and Vision Lab at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore is exploring e-AGI: Efficient, Embodied, and Evolving. We are seeking creative Research Assistants for this direction. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop novel computational architectures for foundation models, explore embodied AI approaches, and pioneer self-improving methodologies that push the boundaries of intelligent systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of diverse research domains and relevant literature, mastering a wide range of research techniques.
• Identify tractable components within complex research problems, showcasing exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Investigate emerging tools, technologies, and methodologies under the guidance of experienced mentors, contributing specialized expertise to effective project planning.
• Successfully complete research tasks that yield innovative outcomes.
• Develop algorithms, prototypes, theoretical frameworks, tools, analyses, insights, or datasets that address critical aspects of our overarching research objectives.

Job Requirements

• A strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
• Solid understanding of large language models, with practical experience using deep learning libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, or equivalents.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with fellow researchers.
• A penchant for unconventional thinking as a catalyst for creative and innovative solutions.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: School of Computing

Department : Department of Computer Science

Employee Referral Eligible: No