Research Scientist, SCIS

Unist; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Singapore Management University invites applications for a Research Scientist (1-year contract) in SCIS. You will design, modify, and implement an AI-based binary analysis framework and trial it on real-world datasets.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in CS/IT/IS, has strong programming skills in C/C++ and Java, and solid knowledge of program analysis and software security. English fluency, independence, and collaboration are essential; publications are a plus.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science/IT/IS or closely related discipline.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Research experience in computer security is a plus.
• Advanced programming in C/C++ and Java.
• Strong understanding of Android architecture and executables.
• Deep knowledge of program analysis techniques and LLM fundamentals.
• Analytical, technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledgeable in software security problems and solutions.
• Publications in security are advantageous.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and implement an AI-based binary analysis framework.
• Experiment the proposed framework on real-world datasets.
• Design and develop novel techniques for effective program analysis.
• Evaluate security capability and performance of proposed techniques.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Java programming

Android architecture

Program analysis

Software security

Independent work

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

PhD in Computer Science/ IT/ IS

Job description

Organisation/Company SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY Research Field Architecture Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 21 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Singapore 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

Research Scientist (1-year contract), SCIS

About Us

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

Job Description

• This position is for School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS).
• Design, modification, and implementation of an AI-based binary analysis framework.
• Experimenting the proposed framework on real-world dataset.
• Design and develop novel techniques to facilitate effective program analysis.
• Evaluating the security capability and performance of the proposed techniques.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or closely related disciplines.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Relevant research experience in computer security and related areas is a big plus.
• Advanced level of programming and software implementation, especially in C/C++ and Java.
• Good understanding of Android architecture and Android executables.
• Deep knowledge in program analysis techniques and large-language model fundamentals.
• Good analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable in software security problems and solutions.
• Research experience in software and system security related research.
• Applicants with research publications in security area will be advantageous.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently and also collaboratively with team members.