Senior Research Fellow (Games Studies/Computer Science/Interactive Media/Digital Arts/Education[...]

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a Senior Research Fellow to lead interdisciplinary research in games studies and related fields. The role involves driving high-impact research, securing funding, and supervising postgraduate students. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD, have a strong research publication record, and proven experience in project management and grant writing. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment within the Asian Communication Research Centre.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of high-quality research publications.
• Demonstrated experience in securing competitive research funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary research in games-related domains.
• Engage with industry stakeholders on joint research projects.
• Manage awarded grants including budgeting and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong collaborations with local and international academic partners; engage with industry stakeholders on joint research and knowledge-transfer projects.
• Contribute to teaching or curriculum development related to games and interactive media; organize or contribute to seminars, symposiums, and conferences.
• Support administration, reporting, and strategic initiatives; contribute to ethics applications and research governance.

Skills

Research leadership

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Grant writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Games Studies, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

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The Asian Communication Research Centre (ACRC) at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Research Fellow to lead and advance interdisciplinary research in games-related domains. The role involves driving high-impact research, securing external funding, supervising junior researchers and students, and fostering collaborations with academic, industry, and international partners.

Key Responsibilities

Research Leadership

• 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.

Grant Development and Funding

• 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.

Supervision and Mentorship

• 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.

Collaboration and Engagement

• 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.

Teaching and Knowledge Dissemination (as applicable)

• 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.

Administrative and Service Contributions

• Support administration, reporting, and strategic initiatives as required.
• Contribute to ethics applications, research governance, and compliance processes.

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• 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.

Desirable Attributes

• 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.

Key Competencies

• 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.

Hiring Institution: NTU

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Higher Education and Research Services