Research Associate (AI / Robotics / Automation / Mechanical / Control Engineering / Mechatronics / Computer)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a research associate to develop Vision-Language Model based situation awareness and decision-making models for autonomous vehicles. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's degree in AI or related fields and have a strong background in AI, deep learning, and robotics. The role involves leading model development, training, test rig setup, and experimental validation. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Qualifications

• Strong background in AI, LLM, and autonomous driving.
• Experience with AI decision-making algorithms for autonomous vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Vision-Language Model for autonomous vehicles.
• Involve model training, test rig setup, and experimental validation.

Skills

AI

Robotics

Deep Learning

Interaction Modelling

Prediction

Automation

Education

Master Degree in relevant fields

Job description

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is a robust, dynamic and multi-disciplinary international research community comprising of world‑class scientists and bright students. MAE prides itself in its excellent research capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biomedical, energy, industrial engineering, maritime engineering, robotics, etc. The school is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art research infrastructure, housing a comprehensive range of cluster laboratories, test bedding facilities, research centres/institutes and corporate laboratories. Cutting‑edge research in MAE addresses the immediate needs of our industries and supports the nation’s long‑term development strategies. In the new era of industrial 4.0 and sustainable living, MAE is rigorous in developing new competencies to support the growth and competitiveness of our engineering sector in the global landscape. MAE has grown to be leader in Engineering Research, ranking amongst the top engineering schools in the world.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae/research.

The research associate will focus on Vision‑Language Model based situation awareness and decision‑making for autonomous vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• The research associate will be leading the development of Vision‑Language Model based situation awareness and decision‑making models for autonomous vehicles.
• The work will involve model training, test rig set‑up, and experimental validation.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must at least have a Master Degree in AI, Robotics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, etc.
• Strong background in AI, Large Language Model, autonomous driving, deep learning, interaction modelling, prediction, robotics and automation.
• Candidates having relevant research or working experience in LLM/VLM and AI decision‑making algorithms for autonomous vehicles will be preferred.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.