• Meet requests from institutional equity sales teams and their clients, and provide strong research support to group wholesale banking and group investment banking revenue pillars.
• Undertake and maintain research coverage on stocks and sectors, as assigned, which requires:
  • Active monitoring of the micro and macro factors affecting the stock(s) and sector(s).
  • Regularly visiting companies and organisations related to the sector(s).
  • Generate investment ideas on sectors/stocks including identifying sales/trading opportunities.
  • Write research reports on these investment ideas in a timely manner.
  • Consistently update clients on the latest development in the sector(s).
  • Assist in production/coordination of research publications and organisation of corporate-client engagement event (e.g. NDRs, conferences etc).
  • Meeting targets for the Equity Research team, e.g. internal client votes and external analyst polls.
• Accompany a Head of Research or Head, Regional Sector in marketing roadshows and other client servicing efforts in the home country as well as overseas markets, as assigned. All Research Analysts are required to market their investment ideas to key institutional clients in Malaysia.
• Research Analysts, subject to performance, may be given an enlarged role with additional responsibilities to:
  • Cover companies outside of the home country as part of a regional sector team.
  • Lead and manage a research project that includes other Research Analysts in the region.
• All analysts must:
  • Display teamwork to achieve a coherent research product
  • Work closely with other Board Members and other senior management personnel at all times to develop RHB’s research product and brand
• Ensure compliance of all legal and regulatory requirements to achieve a high standard of integrity for RHB’s research team and product.

The Senior Research Assistant will be working on projects which are at the intersection of artificial intelligence and architecture, the successful candidate will work with researchers from other domains to implement deep learning modules with spatial and geometrics datasets across the design scales of products, buildings and cities.

Requirements:

• Masters Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Architecture or any other related fields
• Experience in deep learning frameworks
• Proficient in programming skills
• Good interdisciplinary approach in working with real-world datasets

The Role

You will perform production application support task for payments system (overseas and domestic remittance & cheque payment, local interbank fund transfer-GIRO, FAST, MEPS+) for APAC region.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for production system integrity and production system readiness of systems under Payment System team for APAC region
• Provide L2 support and troubleshooting for production incidents and critical system interface through Payment System
• Support the Incident Manager in ensuring preventive and detective measures of applications are identified and implemented with provision of root cause analysis.
• Support the IT Planner in meeting project objectives and perform production transition for new system launch and system change request.
• Propose improvements for systems based on identified process gaps.
• Standardize processes through developing implementation, integration, and documentation in accordance to set standards.
• Identify and propose suitable processes for automation and implementation.
• Lead and coordinate projects (project support and change request). Provide analytical support and execute requirement analysis to support system enhancement, fixes, and emergency application changes deployment.
• Highlight and escalates risk issues to relevant parties in a timely manner.
• Participate in system restoration for Disaster Recovery exercises.
• Coordinate regular meetings for issues resolution with developers/vendors.
• Perform other duties as and when assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Min. 4 years of work experience in the Application or System Support function, preferably in a bank or financial institution.
• Possess hands-on experiences in supporting Payment systems.
• Experience in Enterprise Application support environment with interaction to multiple function (developer, infrastructure and service desk) and business users.
• Has functional knowledge of Payment systems such as GIRO, FAST, CTS, MEPS+, Overseas & Domestic Remittance, Internet Banking, customer eAdvices.
• Has technical knowledge on Application hosted in both Windows and LINUX, able to perform database query (SQL Server, Oracle) and handling application services under Windows and LINUX services.
• Possess good understanding and competency in scripting (such as DOS, Shell Scripting)
• Possess self-motivated and driven work ethnic to ensure high quality work in a timely manner.
• Possess collaborative team player working style with demonstration of presentable interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of accountability and ownership of results.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in reviewing problems and making recommendations / decisions.

The Role

You will perform production application support task for Supply Chain finance platform in APAC region.

Job Responsibilities

• Be the Subject Matter Expert on the Supply Chain Finance platform and eco-system facing the bank users.
• Responsible in E2E management of production incidents / service request linked to the Supply Chain Finance platform (e.g. Opening of tickets / weekly meetings on progress of outstanding issues / coordination with internal team on the execution of data extraction).
• Perform detailed support and troubleshooting for production incidents linked to Supply Chain Finance platform including coordination with internal and external stakeholders for impact analysis / workaround / root cause analysis.
• Work with the System Owner / Incident Manager to build on the Operational Knowledge Base / incident process management focusing on Supply Chain Finance ecosystem. PIC is responsible in creating / maintaining such documents including working with the project team to gain knowledge on any new enhancements / releases on the Supply Chain Finance eco-system.
• Responsible for validation of the platform after any scheduled / unscheduled patching of the Supply Chain Finance ecosystem.
• Responsible for management of the platform / coordination with internal stakeholders during any Disaster Recovery exercises.
• Responsible for execution on any system config changes linked to Supply Chain Finance platform.
• Highlight and escalates risk issues to relevant parties in a timely manner.
• Participate in system restoration for Disaster Recovery exercises.
• Perform other duties as and when assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science or information Technology, Finance or Economics.
• Min. 9 years of work experience in the application or system support function, preferably in the finance industry.
• Possess functional knowledge in the Supplier Finance / Accounts Receivables Purchase / Dynamic Discounting product including middle office / back-office operations such as funding / payments.
• Possess functional knowledge on Finshare Platform (by Premium Technology)
• Experience in Enterprise Application support environment with interaction to multiple function (developer, infrastructure and service desk) and business users.
• Good understanding and competency in scripting (such as DOS, Shell Scripting).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in reviewing problems and making recommendations / decisions.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of accountability and ownership of results.
• Possess self-motivated and driven work ethnic to ensure high quality work in a timely manner.

Business Analyst cum Delivery Lead

• Possess a degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related fields.
• At least 8 to 10 years of experience in technology business analysis or software development, with a focus on investment/banking applications.
• Experience overseeing complex IT projects, including system integrations and data migrations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong ability to manage teams and senior business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a growth mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Proven excellence in documenting BRD, FSD, use cases in Gherkin format, visual modelling, and business processes.
• High expertise in ETL processes, SQL, and APIs.
• Experience in data analysis, pattern recognition, and model development.
• Experience in Product Management and Agile Methodology, with a strong delivery focus.
• Good understanding of the investment business domain.
• Knowledge of financial applications, workflows, UI/UX, database design, and software engineering best practices.

Skillsets (Good to have)

NA

Brief Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Develop and support middle-to-back-office capabilities for private market processes, including deal execution, transaction booking (e.g., capital calls, cash distributions, invoices), and valuations.
• Lead discovery sessions with stakeholders to understand business needs, challenges, and opportunities. Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to gather detailed requirements and insights. Translate findings into actionable user stories.
• Lead discussions, analyze and conceptualize IT solutions that meet business needs. Validate solutions with engineering and architecture teams.
• Conduct data analysis to identify patterns and develop models to support business processes.
• Present IT solutions to business and IT stakeholders, explaining how they address business needs, challenges and opportunities.
• Support the project team during execution. Re-engage business SMEs to revise requirements or accept alternative solutions as needed.
• Define test strategy, execute test cases, and provide clarifications during testing phases.
• Prepare training plans and user manuals, conduct user training, and support system adoption.
• Collaborate across Front, Middle, and Back Office, the extended Technology team, and industry partners.
• Lead Agile practices and coordinate scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure project delivery remains on track and take corrective actions to address any deviations.

Job Purpose :

• Assist the teachers in planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in managing students in classrooms and in community-based activities
• Supervise and assist individual or small groups of students in activities/educational tasks set by teachers
• Assist teachers in preparation of instructional materials and/or classroom environment for lessons
• Provide support for students with MID, Autism and other developmental disabilities. Priority is to support these students to develop skills to enhance personal care and independence, and support daily lessons/activities in and beyond the classroom including student profiling.
• Work with functional committees to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes.
• Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents/caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum GCE “N” level, NITEC, polytechnic diploma or equivalent
• Possess good Time Management, Problem Solving and Decision Making and Effective Oral and Written Communications Skills.
• Possess prior experience educating persons with Mild Intellectual Disabilities (MID)
• Possess working knowledge of educational technology applications
• Experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders
• Proven effective classroom and student behaviour management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies

About the job

Job Posting: Postdoctoral - Nanofabrication and Nanophotonics

About Us:

Joel Yang's Nanolab at SUTD is at the forefront of nanoscience research, particularly in high-resolution lithography and nanofabrication for optics and nanophotonics.

Role:

We seek motivated individuals to join our diverse team of researchers for a 2 year contract, with continuation based on performance. This position offers opportunities to realize radical new ideas and break new ground in aspects related to nanofabrication process and capability development. Specifically we are looking for experts in electron-beam and two-photon polymerization lithography, preferentially with experience working on devices related to nanophotonics and nano optics.

Responsibilities:

As a Postdoctoral, you will engage in diverse tasks ranging from experimental work in the cleanroom and optical bench, to supervision and mentoring of PhD students and project management.You'll be leading research initiatives, plan experiments, innovate, and publish findings in esteemed conferences and journals. This role requires dedication, perseverance, strong interpersonal skills, effective presentation abilities, problem-solving skills, leadership, and accountability.

Qualifications:

• PhD degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, Physics, Materials Science or related fields.
• Experience with cleanroom equipment such as lithography, thin film deposition and etching.
• Preference for candidates with track record of publishing impactful journal articles
• Organized, driven, and self-motivated with meticulous attention to detail.

Duration:

The initial contract is for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal.

Location: Singapore

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and contact information of at least one reference (Faculty/Previous Supervisor) to [email protected] with the subject line "Postdoctoral Associate [Nanofabrication] Application".

Research Assistant/Intern for Research on Wireless Power Transfer

The hired research assistant/intern will work on the development of wireless power transfer (WPT) in the Biomedical EM Lab at Singapore University of Technology and Design (http://people.sutd.edu.sg/~huangshaoying/). The contract is 3-4 months for interns and 1 year (renewable) for research assistants.

Project Description

The project is to investigate the design possibilities of a compact, efficient, and wideband antenna/radiator suitable for wireless energy harvesting (WEH)/WPT. This exploration will span both conductive and magnetoelectric (ME) antennas. Our study will consider WIFI, power from base stations, and WPT as potential power sources.

Job Scopes:

• Literature review of the research domain
• Designs of small antennas/radiators for WEH/WPT using commercial EM software
• Facilitate antenna/radiator fabrications and testing
• Data collection and documentations

Your profile

We are looking for a researcher with the following expertise and skills,

• Knowledge on microwave engineering, especially antenna theories and transmission line theories
• Research or design experience on WEH/WPT and/or antenna designs
• EM simulation software (e.g., CST)
• Testing and characterization of RF/microwave devices or components
• Python/Matlab coding
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• A good team player

For the research assistant, a mater degree is preferred.

For interested candidates

Interested candidate please send your CV to Huang Shaoying at [email protected]

Research Scientist for Research on Wireless Power Transfer

The hired Research Scientist will work on the research of wireless power transfer (WPT) in the Biomedical EM Lab at Singapore University of Technology and Design (http://people.sutd.edu.sg/~huangshaoying/). The contract is 1 year (renewable) for research assistants.

Project Description

The project is to investigate the electromagnetic mechanisms for a compact, efficient, and wideband antenna/radiator suitable for wireless energy harvesting (WEH)/WPT. This exploration will span both conductive and magnetoelectric (ME) antennas. Our study will consider WIFI, power from base stations, and WPT as potential power sources.

Job Scopes:

• Literature review of the research domain
• Investigations on the electromagnetic mechanisms for a compact, efficient, and wideband antenna/radiator suitable for WEH/WPT
• Designs of small antennas/radiators for WEH/WPT
• Antenna/radiator fabrications and testing
• Paper writing and documentations

Your profile

We are looking for a researcher with the following expertise and skills,

• A PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or related field
• Knowledge on EM theories microwave engineering, especially antenna theories and transmission line theories
• A background on EM modeling and simulation software (e.g., CST)
• Research or design experience on WEH/WPT and/or antenna designs
• Testing and characterization of RF/microwave devices or components
• Python/Matlab coding
• Good track record of the capacity to drive first author publications
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• A good team player

For interested candidates

Interested candidate please send your CV to Huang Shaoying at [email protected]

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic bachelor/master student to join our team as an intern in the field of sustainable HVAC systems. The focus of this internship is on experimental (testbed or laboratory) and data driven (data analytics and AI methods) development tasks on Residential or Commercial Air Conditioning systems (RACs or VRFs). Specifically, working on system level energy efficiency and anomaly detection analytics, application of AI/ML techniques for data analysis, visualization and validation. Successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties within corporate research center in Singapore:

• Conducting literature research on HVAC systems, focusing on energy efficiency, anomaly detection, AI/ML applications, and control methodologies.
• Carry out experiments related to RAC or VRF performance and anomaly detection at different indoor and outdoor conditions in research lab/testbed.
• Analyze and interpret data using AI/ML techniques to improve system diagnostics and control strategies that leads to energy efficiency or quality improvement.
• Collaborate with other team members to advance project goals and implement findings into practical applications within our physical/digital products and solutions.
• Participate in group meetings and discussions related to the project or tasks.
• Prepare and present project updates to the team and other stakeholders.

Job Purpose :

• Assist the teachers in planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in managing students in classrooms and in community-based activities
• Supervise and assist individual or small groups of students in activities/educational tasks set by teachers
• Assist teachers in preparation of instructional materials and/or classroom environment for lessons
• Provide support for students with MID, Autism and other developmental disabilities. Priority is to support these students to develop skills to enhance personal care and independence, and support daily lessons/activities in and beyond the classroom including student profiling.
• Work with functional committees to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes.
• Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents/caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum GCE “N” level, NITEC, polytechnic diploma or equivalent
• Possess good Time Management, Problem Solving and Decision Making and Effective Oral and Written Communications Skills.
• Possess prior experience educating persons with Mild Intellectual Disabilities (MID)
• Possess working knowledge of educational technology applications
• Experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders
• Proven effective classroom and student behaviour management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies

• Seek new collaborative opportunities with external partners mainly in Asian region as well as globally by collaborating with Research Coordination members.
• In the course of the cooperative works with team members, support to carry out the collaboration management tasks.
• Build a close relationship with scientists mainly in Asian region, capture UMN in the region, and provide feedback with team members.

About Us

HELIX is the first RWA DeFi protocol leveraging Big-data & AI to connect on-chain investors to sustainable and uncorrelated yields from real-world private credit.

Winner of the Tokenized Debt & Bond Award at the 2023 TADS Awards, HELIX was born out of Helicap, a leading ASEAN private debt and credit analytics platform known for its impressive track record of more than US$300 million in deal volume with zero defaults. HELIX distinguishes itself through its strong Web2 institutional backing, proprietary Big Data credit analytics, a robust deal origination pipeline, planned decentralized credit scoring and a secondary loan marketplace, variable interest products, and solid investor support.

Role

HELIX is seeking a highly motivated and talented Web3/DeFi Research Intern to join our team. As a Web3/DeFi Research Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of HELIX's RWA protocol.

At HELIX, we are revolutionizing the way investors access private credit opportunities by connecting them to real-world assets through our innovative protocol. Our proprietary Credit Risk Analytics technology enables us to analyze and extract invaluable insights from millions of loan data points, ensuring that our investors have access to stable yields that are uncorrelated to the broader crypto market volatility.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of Web3 and DeFi while working alongside a talented and dynamic team. If you have a passion for blockchain technology, decentralized finance, and driving innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in reshaping the future of institutional investing.

Responsibilities

• Investor relations:
• Assist in preparation (design, develop and publish to investors) of investment materials, including teaser, investor presentation and whitepaper
• Identify new and existing relationships with crypto investors, including VC, family offices, private investors, and crypto funds
• Build, participate and maintain relationships with a large group of suitable investors for investment into the fund, including taking notes during meetings, maintaining internal CRM platform to organise and track fundraising progress
• Coordinate investor due diligence and onboarding
• Research:
• Conduct DeFi industry research and derive analysis to create internal and external reports
• Monitor markets across TradFi/CeFi/DeFi and contribute to jointly-authored daily newsletter
• Marketing:
• Publicise and market the protocol via social media and other communication channels (Twitter, Telegram, Discord, etc)
• Supporting on other brand and product campaigns to raise awareness about the Web3 decentralised lending protocol
• Other ad-hoc duties/projects as assigned as the role evolves

• Penultimate year or above undergraduates/postgraduates with a background in business, accountancy, or marketing.
• Proven track record of academic and professional excellence.
• Previous experience in consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, investor relations, venture capital, private equity, or web3 projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Basic understanding of DeFi protocols, trends, themes, and tokenomics.
• Networking skills and an enjoyment of building relationships with investors.
• Open-minded, curious, and eager to learn.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities and the capacity to meet tight deadlines.
• Programming skills are a plus but not required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

About Bjak

Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Our main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage for them. Our investments in technology such as Custom API, blockchain, trading systems, and data science enable easy access to financial services that were previously inaccessible or difficult to understand. Our core strengths lie in navigating the most complex regulations and environments, creating some of the most innovative products in the world. For instance, we are the first platform globally to simplify and offer investment-linked life and health insurance online, coupled with an instant talk-to-agent service.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Head of Research for Blockchain to join our team in Hong Kong. In this role, you will lead blockchain research initiatives, providing deep insights and analysis on blockchain technologies and their applications within the financial services sector. You will produce detailed research reports, engage with industry stakeholders, and leverage both qualitative and quantitative data to support Bjak's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on blockchain technologies, trends, and their impact on the financial services sector.
• Develop and publish in-depth research reports that provide unique insights and actionable recommendations.
• Formulate original theses on blockchain trends and technologies, using these as the foundation for your research.
• Stay abreast of key developments in the blockchain space, with the ability to produce timely reports as needed.
• Engage with industry stakeholders, including investors, developers, and other professionals, to gather insights and validate research findings.
• Collaborate with the broader research team to ensure alignment and coherence in research outputs.
• Represent the company at industry events and on social media platforms, enhancing the company's visibility and reputation in the blockchain community.

• 3+ years of experience in blockchain research or a related field within the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality research reports and analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to synthesize a wide range of data and insights into a coherent framework that facilitates in-depth understanding of blockchain technologies.
• Resourceful, curious, and able to think critically and independently.
• Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with blockchain metrics and data sources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SQL and Python for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience in conducting valuations and financial analysis within the blockchain space.
• Familiarity with the landscape for blockchain and cryptocurrencies worldwide

• Work remotely 
• Work in a fast-growing startup that promotes flexible and open culture
• Fast moving, challenging and unique business problems
• Attractive remuneration and performance incentives
• Strong learning and development plans for your career growth
• Great career development opportunities in a fast growing company
• International work environment and flat organization

Job Purpose :

• Assist the teachers in planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in managing students in classrooms and in community-based activities
• Supervise and assist individual or small groups of students in activities/educational tasks set by teachers
• Assist teachers in preparation of instructional materials and/or classroom environment for lessons
• Provide support for students with MID, Autism and other developmental disabilities. Priority is to support these students to develop skills to enhance personal care and independence, and support daily lessons/activities in and beyond the classroom including student profiling.
• Work with functional committees to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes.
• Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents/caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum GCE “N” level, NITEC, polytechnic diploma or equivalent
• Possess good Time Management, Problem Solving and Decision Making and Effective Oral and Written Communications Skills.
• Possess prior experience educating persons with Mild Intellectual Disabilities (MID)
• Possess working knowledge of educational technology applications
• Experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders
• Proven effective classroom and student behaviour management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies

The Research Fellow will conduct research on cutting-edge foundation models and their reliability issues. This role involves leading research efforts, developing innovative algorithms, managing large data sets, and ensuring the model's accuracy and reliability. The candidate is also expected to work closely with the Principal Investigator on research publications, project applications, as well as supervising junior researchers in the team.

Qualifications:

• PhD in computer science or related discipline.
• Strong background in machine learning, data science, and statistics.
• Strong programming ability.
• Track record of research experience and publications in the area of artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.
• Proven experience in the implementation and evaluation of machine learning algorithms.
• Proven experience in supervising junior researchers.

We are Assembly – and we’re not like the rest. We’re the modern alternative agency, bringing together industry-leading data, talent, and tech to Find the Change That Fuels Growth for the best brands on the planet, including Lenovo, Lane Crawford, Marina Bay Sands, and more. Our diverse, global community of over 1,600 passionate experts combines global thinking with unmatched local expertise in more than 20 markets worldwide – enabling brands to engage and move consumers anywhere. We use STAGE, Assembly’s proprietary, privacy-centric data solutions platform, to surface powerful insights that transform into actionable brand opportunities. We’re at the cutting edge of new media, technology, and platforms embedded in the lives of today’s consumers, and we’re tapped into how culture and communities’ needs change. We do this while staying steadfast in our commitment to Leave the World Better Than We Found It through measurable social and environmental impact work.

Assembly was named The Drum’s APAC Media Agency of the Year in 2021 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking someone passionate about data, obsessed with media trends, and eager to make a strategic impact for our clients and our organization. You’re a highly analytical and data-driven leader who can shape and elevate Assembly's research capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. This pivotal role will be the driving force behind our understanding of media landscapes, macro media trends, and consumer behavior, directly informing strategic decisions and client recommendations. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON ANY GIVEN DAY 

• Mastering Media Landscapes: Conducting deep dives into media consumption habits, platform performance, and emerging trends across diverse APAC markets. 

• Macro Trend Maven: Synthesizing vast amounts of data to identify and articulate overarching trends that impact media strategies, consumer engagement, and brand positioning. 

• Social Listening Guru: Managing and interpreting real-time social data to understand consumer sentiment, conversations, and emerging trends. 

• Research Powerhouse: Overseeing a comprehensive research program, encompassing proprietary surveys, focus groups, social listening, and competitive analysis. 

• Data Wizard: Leveraging advanced analytics tools (Excel macros, SQL, Google Analytics) to extract meaningful insights and uncover hidden patterns. 

• Knowledge Curator: Managing a robust library of third-party research reports, ensuring access to cutting-edge insights for the agency and clients. 

• Investment Strategist: Conducting cost-benefit analyses for potential research tools and platforms, maximizing value and impact. 

• Thought Leadership: Make trend/reporting recommendations to internal teams and play a pivotal role in shaping strategic thought-leadership programs that elevate the agency status.  

Your Impact: 

• Strategic Support: Your insights will directly guide the agency's strategy team and media recommendations, ensuring they're rooted in data-backed understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape. 

• Competitive Advantage: You'll equip Assembly with a unique understanding of macro trends and consumer behavior, positioning us as thought leaders in the industry. 

• Client Value: Your research will empower clients with actionable insights and a clear roadmap for navigating the complex media landscape in APAC. 

• Data-Driven Culture: You'll foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, elevating the agency's capabilities and outcomes. 

• Innovation Catalyst: You'll identify and champion new research methodologies, tools, and platforms to stay ahead of the curve. 

Must Haves: 

• Analytical Acumen: Preference to quantitative degree holders (statistics, mathematics, computer science, etc.) or equivalent. 

• Research Methodologist: Demonstrated ability to design and execute full-scale surveys and focus groups, including analysis and reporting. 

• Social Listening Ace: Extensive experience managing and analyzing data from social listening platforms (e.g., Quid, Netbase, Brandwatch, Meltwater). 

• Trend-spotter: Proven track record of identifying and interpreting macro trends in media, consumer behavior, and technology. 

• Communication Champion: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a clear and compelling manner. 

• Technical Expertise: Mastery of Excel macros, SQL, Google Analytics, and other data analysis tools. 

• Leadership Presence: Experience leading and mentoring research teams, fostering collaboration and driving results from outsourced and remote teams. 

Good to Haves: 

• Media Agency Experience: Understanding of media planning, buying, and measurement processes. 

• APAC Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique media landscape and consumer behaviors across APAC markets. 

• Multilingual: Proficiency in multiple languages relevant to the APAC region. 

• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to approach research challenges with innovative thinking and a solutions-oriented mindset. 

WHY ASSEMBLY?

• We‘re part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble, smart, and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy holdcos.
• We care about your growth — we offer competitive salaries, annual compensation reviews, and keep detailed personal development plans to ensure you’re hitting your personal and company goals.
• We recognize and celebrate your success...all the time! Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated!
• We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we operate in hybrid model with flexibility, Work from Anywhere Scheme, allows you to be in control of your work-life balance.
• We believe in making impactful change in society, we encourage you to take Impact Leave time off from work to engage in volunteer activities with a charity that you support.

Job Description

SIA has multiple positions for junior and senior data scientists to drive our AI, data science and business analytics initiatives.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Member of an in-house AI and data science development team that works on AI (including areas in generative AI, autonomous agent, NLP, computer vision and recommender system), mathematical optimization, game theory, and experimental design.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to create impactful and intelligent features/services in AI, data science and data analytics. Propose and build scalable ML/DL solutions. Deploy them as API microservices for use by software applications and business users for faster and more effective decision making.
• Oversee the technical work of external technology partners and provide them datasets to deliver products/services in AI and data science. Support business users in the assessment/ validation of partner-supplied prediction models and in their deployment to production cloud.
• Work closely with application development teams to operationalize and integrate AI/ML capabilities in API microservices.
• Note: You could be posted to any subsidiary in SIA Group.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or related discipline is required. PhD and MS degrees related to machine learning and other AI disciplines are preferred.
• Intermediate programming skills in Python. Conversant with algorithm design/analysis, data structure and SQL. Familiarity with functional/object-oriented software development using modern programming languages such as Scala, TypeScript/JavaScript, Java and C# is a plus.
• Exposure in the use of workflow/map-reduce and stream processing systems such as Spark and Kafka for big-data processing.
• Relevant internship or industry experience as a hands-on data scientist/AI engineer in shallow and/or deep learning (you should be very comfortable with most topics covered in the free undergraduate textbook by Gareth James, “An Introduction to Statistical Learning – with Applications in Python”, 2023). Additional exposure in some of the following areas is a plus:

1. Use of recent proprietary/open-source LLMs through prompt engineering (such as OpenAI ChatGPT and Bing Chat). Familiarity with LLM application/data frameworks (such as LlamaIndex and LangChain).
2. Experience of using GPU-accelerated deep learning frameworks (such as PyTorch and TensorFlow).
3. Familiarity with Bayesian statistics/inference and Bayesian/causal networks for probabilistic reasoning.

• Some hands-on experience of AWS, Azure, GCP or other public cloud environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for working with both technical staff and non-technical business users.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum/Kanban methodologies is a plus.

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is looking for candidates with strong background in computer vision and deep learning.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop new algorithms for image and video analysis;
• Write research papers for top-tier conferences and journals;
• Write proposals and reports for research projects.

Applicants should have a PhD degree in computer science, software engineering, electronic engineering, or related disciplines.

The Role

The End User Support Lead will be responsible for leading the team to plan and implement JRIS internal system projects and perform BAU activities. He/she will work closely with stakeholders mainly from Japan Head Office, end users, system development teams, back-office teams and vendors to establish effective and efficient collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop digitalization solutions for internal systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Improve the office automation (OA) environment to create more productive workspaces.
• Establish governance frameworks to effectively manage IT risks and ensure alignment of activities with overall business objectives.
• Evaluate and review internal system processes and procedures to ensure the adherence to the corporate security process.
• Ensure that internal systems are properly maintained.
• Act as the point of liaison to Head Office for all matters related to OA and internal systems.
• Lead, guide and manage team members for project planning, execution and BAU support.
• Review and develop strategies for resource planning and utilization.
• Oversee the development of learning roadmaps for teams and functions.
• Establish performance indicators to benchmark effectiveness of learning and development program against best practices.
• Implement succession planning initiatives for key positions.
• Advise stakeholders toward reaching compromises and agreeing on expectations.
• Build high performance values-driven culture among the team in support of the organization's agenda.
• Lead and motivate team towards development and delivery of strategic priorities for Planning department.
• Provide daily supervision to team members, ensuring that they are motivated and equipped with skills and resources to manage their tasks respectively.
• Oversee hiring, training and coaching of team members.
• Perform other duties as and when assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science or equivalent with around 5 years’ experience in providing IT services to financial institutions.
• In -depth knowledge on MSO365, Group Policy, AD Trusts, AD Sites and Services, DNS, DHCP, and DFS.
• In -depth Knowledge on Microsoft Licensing, SCCM, PC/laptop hardware and software delivery.
• Knowledge of IT service business for bank or FI.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technologies supporting asset management processes.
• Experience to handle regional projects which involve stakeholders in Japan.
• Experience supporting IT End User Service in a large organization.
• Proven experience in solution, architecture, design for desktop OS engineering, virtualization
• Experience in internal control or audit area with a deep understanding of the IT business process and systems.
• Capability to lead and drive the IT BAU related tasks with good time and stakeholder management skills and experience.
• Proactively socialize with stakeholders and maintain good relationship to steer the tasks.
• Possess strong and assertive verbal, written communication skills and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast -paced environment with constantly changing priorities.
• Good bi-directional and collaborative attitude to work as a professional in a team.
• Microsoft certification – Intune, MS 365 mobility and security, Managing Modern Desktops, Modern Desktop Administrator, MS Azure certification, MCSA/MCSE.
• VMware certification - Security certifications and CCNA certification are desired for the role.
• ITIL v3 Foundations Certification.
• CPA, CIA, CFE or other related certification for corporate governance.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or equivalent experiences.

Are you looking for a part-time position based in Singapore? MMR is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Office Coordinator and Project Assistant to join our dynamic team!

MMR Research Worldwide is a global market research agency, specialising in sensory, offering research solutions to support optimisation in products, packaging and all aspects of branding within food, drink and other FMCG and retail sectors.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented part-time Office Coordinator to join us! This role is integral to maintaining the smooth operations of our office and ensuring that our clients and visitors have a professional working experience with us.

As our Office Coordinator, you will assist with the day-to-day organisation of product logistics and assisting the team with day-to-day project set up / administration to ensure smooth delivery and upkeep in internal system and programs. You may need to support some preparation of food and beverage, or personal care products needed for our in-house sensory trained panel’s assessment for research purposes.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for a part-time position, working 20hours per week, 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. This individual would be suitable for an individual who is organized, proactive, and enjoys working in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities would include:

Product Preparation / Assistance:

• Preparing samples and materials for in-house panel training and profiling
• Researching, sourcing and managing products for research
• Preparing the working area for panel session, assist panel leader in clearing up afterwards and ensuring that all activities comply with basic food hygiene standards
• Routine upkeeping and maintenance of sensory lab which include the product preparation area, product storage and panel discussion room.

Administrative Support:

• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records and databases.
• Assist with basic charting using internal PowerPoint or Excel template (training will be given).
• Support activities including assistance for new starters.
• Source / ship / receive products and clear customs for projects

Office Management:

• Oversee the maintenance of office and basic lab equipment and coordinate with relevant teams.
• Coordinate office events, meetings, and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Greet and assist visitors with a warm and professional demeanour.
• Answer and direct emails or phone calls promptly and accurately.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and welcoming working area.

• Proven experience as an office administrator, receptionist, or relevant role.
• Fluent English in both written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to lift heavy products.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Conveniently located office with a positive team culture.
• Hybrid work environment (able to work from home on certain days)

MMR is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Your responsibilities may span the following areas:

• Data cleaning and organizing.
• Tracking performance of NBCU content across various platforms – linear and digital.
• Assist in populating templated reports.
• Report writing and insight generation.
• Brainstorm ideas for how to improve/ automate current processes in place.

Responsibilities:

• To conduct research how to use advanced multi-agent AI and machine learning tools to decarbonize urban last mile delivery such that it operates in a smart and sustainable manner;
• To develop novel sharing AI and economy mechanisms such as informational regulation policies for enabling sustainable urban transportation; and
• To develop suitable experiments and realistic case studies to test and support the proposed solutions in large scale or complex networks.

Requirements:

• PhD in Control Science & Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Applied Mathematics;
• Strong publication records in top conferences or journals in AI, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Networking, Experiments, and system optimization;
• Experience in research control algorithm design and system optimization using performance control, machine learning, stochastic modelling, optimization, or algorithmic game theory;
• Experience in applying mathematical modelling and control algorithms to large-scale networks;
• Proficient in oral and written English; and
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Data Scientist and Research Analyst to join our Palm Platform team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for agriculture and a thirst for learning new skills. As a Junior Data Scientist and Research Analyst, you will play a key role in developing and applying analytical and machine learning solutions to tackle various agricultural challenges. You will have the opportunity to work with large spatial-temporal datasets, standard analytical packages, and financial instruments to support supply, demand, and marketing strategies. We are looking for someone who thrives on technology and innovation, excels at solving complex problems with creative solutions, and is adept at communicating findings to local and global stakeholders proactively.

Main Responsibilities:

• Contribute to database construction:  
  • Contribute to the construction and maintenance of internal databases and Python libraries.   
• Analyse internal and external data sources:  
  • Proactively monitor external data and market intelligence, stay abreast of routine releases, policies, and market trends. 
  • Analyse and extract valuable insights from data and market information.
• Develop high-quality models, including predictive models:  
  • Use high-quality statistical, econometric, and machine learning tools to analyze large-scale internal and public commodity-related data. This includes estimating supply, demand, and price models based on sound theory, and best-practice programming techniques, and state-of-the-art analytical tools. Clearly explain assumptions, model advantages, and limitations.  
• Create and maintain dashboards and custom tools:  
  • Develop dashboards and custom tools to deploy findings to commercial groups using latest tools and technologies, while ensuring its integrity and accuracy 
• Present findings:  
  • Present findings to broad commercial groups and effectively summarize and communicate model features and results for global risk management.   

Experiences & Competencies:

• Knowledge of statistical methods and machine learning techniques, with practical experience applying them to real-world agricultural problems 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – Know how to communicate/explain complex ideas in a simple way to non-technical stakeholders  
• Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines 
• Interpersonal skills, ability to forge relationships with colleagues and external contacts 
• Ability to work within a complex and international environment 
• Genuine interest in global economics and commodities markets 

Technical Skills:

• Advanced IT skills (e.g., Excel, VBA, PowerPivot, Power Query) 
• Good Programming skills (Python, etc.) and experience with data analysis libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, GeoPandas, etc.) 
• Strong command on SQL and Data visualization tools 
• Good Business Intelligence awareness 

Language:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

•  Degree in Computer Sciences, Statistics, or Mathematics, or related field of study

The Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities (LKYCIC), established in 2012, is a research centre at the Singapore University of Technology and Design. LKYCIC aims to stimulate research on cities and urbanisation, and explore the role of technology, design and policy in providing urban solutions.

Within the Programme on Urban Innovation, we are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to contribute to the study of placekeeping, which involves the long-term management and maintenance of place. With a mixed-methods research approach, we will examine who the key stakeholders are in placekeeping, how they collaborate, and what facilitates or hinders their collaboration. The study aims to establish a methodology and framework that will enable the systematic investigation of placekeeping and inform future policies and practices related to placekeeping in Singapore.

About the Position:

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about placemaking, placekeeping, and community engagement in urban planning and design and is looking to gain experience for a future career in research.

You will:

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator and research team to craft data collection tools, including survey and interview questionnaire
• Conduct fieldwork and data collection activities, including interviews, on-site observations, and surveys
• Assist in conducting qualitative content analysis of interview transcripts and documents related to placekeeping projects
• Assist in the analysis of quantitative and spatial data
• Assist to prepare manuscripts and reports for publication
• Communicate research with public and private stakeholders and collaborators
• Research and write literature reviews
• Provide administrative support for research projects

Duration: The selected candidate is expected to start from January 2024. The initial term of appointment will be one year, extensible to longer terms upon satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as urban planning, geography, urban design, public policy, sociology, or environmental psychology.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including analysing and synthesizing data from multiple sources.
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis
• Proficiency in data analysis software/ programming language (e.g. NVivo, Atlas.ti, R, Python)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including assisting in developing reports and papers for publication and presenting complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong time management and project organisational skills.
• Proven ability to work in a team and an interdisciplinary environment, with minimal supervision.
• Solid understanding of, or work experience in placemaking and placekeeping is a plus
• Knowledge and/ or experience in designing data collection tools based on environmental psychology and community psychology is a plus.

How to Apply: The application with the subject heading – Placekeeping RA Application – should be sent via email to Dr. Yohei Kato at [email protected]

The application must include the following:

• a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and addressing the qualifications and skills requirements (1-2 pages)
• a curriculum vitae
• a writing sample
• three referees who may be contacted for a reference

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This position remains open until filled. The Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities offers an exciting and intellectually stimulating environment where appointees can significantly contribute and develop professionally.