Research Assistant (Robotics)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is looking for a Research Assistant in Robotics at the Kent Ridge Campus. The role involves assisting with the setup of experimental trials, learning to use robot prototypes, and defining experimental protocols. Ideal candidates should have an engineering degree, at least two years of related research experience, and knowledge of robotics fundamentals and machine learning techniques. This position is a great opportunity for those passionate about robotics and experimental research.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or a similar field.
• Two years of research experience, even during Master's or PhD program.
• Experience with experimental research and paper preparation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up experimental trials with robot prototypes.
• Learn and support the use of existing robot prototypes for validation trials.
• Help define experimental protocols and record experimental results.

Skills

Robotics expertise

Knowledge of soft robotics fundamentals

Machine learning techniques

Experimental research skills

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or similar)

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant (Robotics)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 22/04/2026

Job Description

Assistance to the set-up of experimental trials with robot prototypes.

The candidate is expected to learn how the existing robot prototypes work and how to use them, in order to support the experimental trials aimed at their validation.

The candidate is expected to support the definition of experimental protocols, in terms of trials and parameters to measure, to help with the experimental set-up and with the recording of experimental results.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or similar)
• Robotics expertise: knowledge of robotics and soft robotics fundamentals and robot control, including machine learning techniques.
• Research experience of at least two years, even during Master or PhD program, including skills for experimental research and paper preparation.