Research Engineer/Fellow (Manufacturing & Applied AI) - ZW

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public autonomous university in Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow or Research Engineer to lead research in applied artificial intelligence. The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting independent research, strong analytical and modeling skills, and an excellent command of English. Responsibilities include leading innovative research, contributing to high-tier publications, managing projects, and engaging with students. This role offers a full-time fixed-term contract, with potential for renewal based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to conduct independent research with relevant publication record.
• Self-driven with a strong team spirit.
• Open to fixed-term contract (renewable upon satisfactory performance).

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct innovative research in applied artificial intelligence.
• Contribute to and publish academic research papers.
• Manage the research project with Principal Investigator.
• Coordinate procurement and work with vendors/suppliers.
• Participate in computer science labs and tutorials for undergraduates.
• Supervise student assistants in projects.

Skills

Data analytics

Mathematical modelling

Interpersonal communication

Oral presentation skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor/Master degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Organisation/Company SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT) Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Singapore Application Deadline 17 Jan 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

We have a few openings for Research Fellow or Research Engineer. The selected applicant is expected to lead and pursue high-quality research in applied applied artificial intelligence for industry applications as well as publications in top-tier international conferences and journals, as well as real-world implementations. If interested, please apply with your resume including a cover letter, CV and a brief statement of your work undertaken in previous work.

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is a public autonomous university and the third largest university by intake in Singapore. SIT’s mission is to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. Singapore is the small city with a big dream. We are home to the best talent and have the world’s highest per capital investment in science and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with partners from both the academia and the industry to lead and/or conduct innovative research on applied artificial intelligence computing.
• Contribute to academic research in the relevant domains and publish high-tier journal papers and conference papers.
• Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI) to ensure all project deliverables are met.
• Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
• Participate in computer science related laboratories and tutorials for undergraduate students.
• Interview and supervise student assistants in the project.

Job Requirements:

• (Research Fellow) PhD in Computer Science or a related field
• (Research Engineer) Bachelor/Master degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Proven ability to conduct independent research with a relevant publication record.
• Outstanding data analytics, mathematical, and computer modelling skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and oral presentation skills in English
• Self-driven and strong team spirit
• Open to fixed-term contract (renewable upon review of satisfactory performance)