Research Fellow, Smart Systems Institute

Job Description

Augmented Human Lab, at the Smart Systems Institute, National University of Singapore is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in Machine Learning, AI, and multi-modal interaction for developing emotion recognition systems. 

NUS is a world-class university that provides an outstanding and supportive research environment. Its School of Computing is highly ranked within the top 10 in the world. The Augmented Human Lab is an excellent environment with a diverse team (www.ahlab.org/people) which will accelerate your research career.

The initial term of appointment will be 1-year. The selected candidate will be offered competitive salaries and benefits.

The Research Fellow will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator (A/Prof Suranga Nanayakkara). He/She will work on creating an AI system that can identify emotional states and make recommendations (e.g. drinks).

Major responsibilities include:

1. Conduct original, impactful research leading the industry funded ‘EmoDrink’ project
2. Provide guidance to PhD students, Research Engineers in the group.
3. Dissemination of the research outcomes via Journal/Conference papers and contribute to research grant proposals.
4. Participation in industry project meetings as well as industrial/academic events.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science (or equivalent)
• Experience and interest in ML/AI techniques
• Good track record of research with a good publication record
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
   

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Smart Systems Institute

Department : SSI HQ

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 26612