Research Scientist, SCIS

Times Higher Education; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Management University, School of Computing and Information Systems, is seeking a researcher for advanced AI safety and trustworthy AI work. The role focuses on generative models, privacy, and safety within a small, agile academic team.

Candidates should hold a PhD in a related field and have 4+ years of research experience, with strong Python and C++ skills. Experience with Deepfake and trustworthy AI is advantageous for this permanent, full-time position in Singapore.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related fields.
• At least 4 years of research experience in AI safety and trustworthy AI.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ is desired.
• Experience with AI safety and deepfake technologies is advantageous.
• Innovative, independent and collaborative within a small agile research team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to generative model research within SCIS.
• Address AI privacy, safety and trustworthiness in applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AI safety

Trustworthy AI

Python

C++

Deepfake

Independent work

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related

Tools

Agent

Job description

Organisation/Company SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 12 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Singapore Type of Contract Permanent 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

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).
• Generative model.
• AI privacy and safety and trustworthiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or closely related disciplines; with particular focus on trustworthy AI and AI safety.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant research experience in AI safety and trustworthy AI.
• Proficiency in programming software/languages such as python and C++ will be positively considered/ is required.
• Proven track record and professional experience in AI safety.
• Demonstrated experience and know-how on Deepfake.
• Excellent working knowledge of Trustworthy AI.
• Technical skills in Agent.
• Ability to break down complex problems and design effective solutions.
• Innovating new approaches and thinking outside the box.
• Applicants with research publications in deepfake area will be advantageous.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small, agile academic research team is essential.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently and collaboratively with team members.