Research Assistant (AGI Research)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore's Learning and Vision Lab invites creative Research Assistants to work on e-AGI: Efficient, Embodied, and Evolving. This role 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.

We seek candidates with an outstanding research record, hands-on experience with large language models, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
• Solid understanding of large language models.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with fellow researchers.
• Experience with deep learning libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of diverse research domains and literature.
• Identify tractable components within complex research problems.
• Explore emerging tools and methodologies under mentors, contributing specialized expertise to project planning.
• Complete research tasks that yield innovative outcomes.
• Develop algorithms, prototypes, or datasets addressing research objectives.

Skills

LLMs

Collaboration

Academic excellence

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Job description

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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.