Job Description

One Research Engineer position is open in the research group of Assistant Professor Zhao Lin, at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS).   
  
The Research Engineer (RE) will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) on visual navigation foundation model for mobile robots, exploration using reinforcement learning control, learning-based control, etc. The RE will develop and train algorithms that enable intelligent and robust autonomous navigation in unseen environments. Hardware experiments will be carried out to test and demonstrate the applications of the developed algorithms. 
 
The initial appointment duration is 12 months, which can then be extended based on an evaluation at the end of the initial appointment.  
  
The candidates should have a Master’s degree from a reputable university, with expertise in robot learning, reinforcement learning, and aerial robotics. 
 
A successful candidate should have a solid mathematical background (such as in calculus, linear algebra, ODE/PDE, optimization, real analysis, probability theory, stochastic process, etc).  Strong publication records in leading journals and conferences of the relevant fields, and practical hands-on experience in applying visual foundation models to real mobile robots are required.  

Qualifications

•    Possess a master’s degree in Computer Engineering/Science or strictly related (e.g., either Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Communication, Mechanical, etc.)  
•    Have research experiences in computer vision, vision foundation model, control theory, reinforcement learning.  
•    Possess a strong academic record proved through coursework (especially math-intensive courses) and projects during his/her undergraduate and master’s studies.  
•    Proficient in C++ or Python. Familiar with machine-learning tools and packages. Familiar with various 3D simulation environments for quadrotor simulations. Familiar with ROS and quadrotor control algorithms. 
•    Have well-established analytical and problem-solving skills, as documented by publications that are relevant to the field of robot navigation, reinforcement learning control for robotics applications.  
•    Excellent communication skills as he/she is required to publish and present results at conferences and journals independently.  
•    Activity performed in world-class research environments is highly valued.   

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : Electrical and Computer Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 27133