Research Assistant (Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Mathematics)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) is seeking a research-oriented candidate for a role focused on security, privacy-preserving technologies, and digital trust. You will design and test software prototypes, review state-of-the-art literature, and contribute to high-quality manuscripts for top venues.

The position involves close collaboration with the PI, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students to achieve project milestones and advance AI and data science research.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong knowledge of computer security and research experience.
• Proficient programming and experimental research abilities.
• Familiarity with large language models and secure multi-party computation.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test software prototypes and algorithms for security and digital trust.
• Review literature to identify gaps and opportunities in CS and security research.
• Draft technical reports and manuscripts for conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with the PI, postdocs, and graduate students to meet project milestones.

Skills

Computer security knowledge

Programming and research skills

Large language models familiarity

Secure multi-party computation

Research experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Math 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:

• Responsible for the design, implementation, and testing of software prototypes and algorithms related to security, privacy-preserving technologies, and digital trust.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews on state-of-the-art methodologies, identifying gaps and opportunities in current computer science and security research.
• Assist in drafting and editing technical reports, project deliverables, and research manuscripts for submission to top-tier academic conferences and journals.
• Collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator (PI), postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students to troubleshoot technical challenges and ensure project milestones are met on time.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Good knowledge of computer security.
• Experience in computer science research.
• Good programming and experimental research skills.
• Familiarity with large language models and secure multi-party computation.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU