Robotics & Embodied AI Mentor – Applied Research Lead

JONDAVIDSON PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JONDAVIDSON PTE. LTD. in Singapore invites senior academic researchers to lead applied robotics and embodied AI initiatives within a pioneering University of Applied Learning. The role focuses on industry collaboration, grant acquisition, and hands-on teaching in labs.

Candidates should hold a Masters or PhD in Robotics, bring 8+ years of research experience, and demonstrate mentoring excellence across projects and students.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Robotics or related field with embodied AI experience.
• At least 8 years industry experience in research/innovation roles.
• Strong supervisory and mentoring skills for student projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead applied research and industry collaboration projects with industry partners and government agencies. Bring practical engineering skills to drive EAI innovations.
• Design, develop, and teach laboratory sessions and practice-based modules in Robotics & Embodied AI and related areas.
• Secure and manage research grants to support applied research initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor students in applied research projects, Capstone Projects, and the integrated work study programme.
• Manage laboratory facilities, equipment, and technical resources to support academic programmes and applied research activities.
• Contribute to the development of applied AI capabilities, learning resources, and industry-relevant curriculum support.

Skills

Embodied AI

Robotics

ROS2

Policy Learning

Research Grants

Education

Masters or PhD in Robotics

Tools

Python

ROS2

Job description

JONDAVIDSON PTE. LTD. in Singapore invites senior academic researchers to lead applied robotics and embodied AI initiatives within a pioneering University of Applied Learning. The role focuses on industry collaboration, grant acquisition, and hands-on teaching in labs.

Candidates should hold a Masters or PhD in Robotics, bring 8+ years of research experience, and demonstrate mentoring excellence across projects and students.