Senior Research Fellow (Games Studies/Computer Science/Interactive...

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is looking for a dedicated researcher to lead projects in games research. The role involves securing funding, supervising students, and producing high-quality outputs in various research areas related to games and interactive media. Ideal candidates will have a PhD, a proven track record in related research, and excellent communication skills. The position also involves collaboration with industry partners and contributing to research governance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in research publications.
• Experience in securing competitive research funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students or junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects in games-related areas.
• Produce high-quality research outputs.
• Supervise and mentor research fellows and students.

Skills

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Industry engagement

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead independent and collaborative research projects in games-related areas (e.g. game design, game technologies, game studies, serious games, gamification, interactive media, AI in games, player behaviour, or games for learning and health).
• Produce high-quality research outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, books, and creative research artefacts where applicable.
• Contribute to the strategic development of games research directions and priorities at ACRC.
• Identify and pursue competitive research funding from national, international, and industry sources.
• Lead or co‑lead grant proposals and industry‑funded research projects.
• Manage awarded grants, including budgeting, reporting, and deliverables.
• Supervise and mentor junior research fellows, research assistants, and postgraduate students (Masters and PhD).
• Provide academic guidance, career mentoring, and performance oversight for research staff.
• Contribute to capacity building within ACRC and WKWSCI.
• Build and maintain strong collaborations with local and international academic partners.
• Engage with industry stakeholders (e.g. game studios, publishers, technology companies) on joint research, consultancy, and knowledge‑transfer projects.
• Represent ACRC at academic conferences, industry events, workshops, and public outreach activities.
• Contribute to teaching or curriculum development related to games and interactive media.
• Organise or contribute to seminars, symposiums, and conferences hosted by ACRC.
• Support translation of research into practice, policy, or industry applications.
• Support administration, reporting, and strategic initiatives as required.
• Contribute to ethics applications, research governance, and compliance processes.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Games Studies, Computer Science, Interactive Media, Digital Arts, Education, Psychology, Media Studies, or a closely related field.
• Proven track record of high-quality research publications in relevant fields.
• Demonstrated experience in securing or contributing significantly to competitive research funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students and/or junior researchers.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary or cross‑institutional research centres or labs.
• Prior collaboration with industry partners, particularly in games, media, or technology sectors.
• International research experience or networks.
• Experience in applied or practice‑based research in games.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies (e.g. AI, XR, data analytics) relevant to games research.
• Research leadership and strategic thinking.
• Grant writing and funding acquisition.
• Team leadership and mentorship.
• Industry and stakeholder engagement.
• Academic and professional communication.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration.

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