Job Description
Job Title:  Research Assistant (Development of the Socially Assistive Robot Lion for Elderly)
Posting Start Date:  06/02/2026

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to develop and deploy an LLM-based conversational engine for a social companion robot. 

The role focuses on designing dialogue systems, integrating large language models with embedded system, and enabling natural human–robot interaction. 

You will work closely with other researchers to translate research into deployable applications, support user studies, and iteratively improve prototypes based on user feedback and experimental findings.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field

•    Strong programming and hands-on development skills

•    Experience deploying, testing, and iteratively improving prototypes through user studies

•    Ability to analyze user study data and translate findings into system improvements

•    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently 

•    Open to Fixed Term Contract

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : Electrical and Computer Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 31713