Total 70 assistant manager job vacancies in Education / Training category in queenstown south east

Project Overview

This research project aims to grasp dynamic changes in hotel capital investments and their influences on tourism-related local businesses before, during, and after the pandemic on two geographic scales -- region (Asia-Pacific) and city (Singapore). This aim is outlined by the following three objectives:

• Examining the significance of sustainable development attributes in explaining the spatial distribution of new hotel development projects across selected cities in the Asia-Pacific region;
• Estimating the influences of new hotel development projects on the establishment of tourism-small business enterprises within and around hotel districts in Singapore; and
• Drawing evidence-based policy implications along with specific measures for cities to rebuild and expand the capacity of urban tourism in the Asia-Pacific region and Singapore.

Job Description

The Research Assistant (one-year contract) will undertake the following research activities:

• Meeting with the principal investigator (PI) and team members regularly;
• Supporting the progress of key tasks;
• Collecting and organizing international hotel investment and other urban spatial datasets
• Visualizing multiple urban tourism, transport, environment, and economic attributes on a geographic information system (GIS) platform; &
• Developing hotel location choice and small business birth models
• Exploring new software applications for spatial data analyses.

This Research Assistant position will be arranged based on the Urban Planning & Economic/Environmental Policy Research Team, led by PI Prof. Jin Murakami, with support from the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) Cluster/Green Economy and Sustainability Initiative in SUTD.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, Economics, Business, Civil Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Science, or related fields*
• Strong data management and quantitative analysis skills
• Proficiency with programing, coding, and/or statistical software (e.g., Python, R, STATA)
• Knowledge and experience of GIS software applications (ArcGIS and/or QGIS)
• Interest in data visualization skills – preferred
• Sufficient report writing and communication skills in English

To Apply

Interested applicants should email:

(1) a cover letter expressing specific interest in this position.

(2) a detailed CV with information on (i) education qualifications, (ii) working

experience, (iii) list of publications, (iv) name/title/contact of at least one reference, and (v) citizenship status.

(3) any writing sample to Dr. Jin Murakami at [email protected]. Subject should indicate: Full-time Research Assistant – Urban Tourism Research

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description/Job Scope

1. Modeling of emerging data storage systems

2. Assist the development of channel coding algorithms and techniques

3. Implement the developed algorithms into Matlab and C/C++ software packages

Qualifications, Skills, Experience

1. A Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering

2. Fundamental knowledge on Error Correction Coding, Digital Communications, and Signal Processing

3. Matlab and C/C++ programming skills

A research position is available at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). The research focuses on semantic communications, resource allocation, and edge AI.

Candidates with strong publication records in relevant areas are encouraged to apply. The candidate should have:

• Bachelor’s / Master's degree in computer science or related degree
• Strong publication record in top-tier IEEE conferences/journals
• Proficient in oral and written English

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

You will play a pivotal role in the Heart Protection theme of the National Heart Research Institute of Singapore (NHRIS) at the National Heart Centre of Singapore (NHCS). Your responsibilities will include:

· Leading, executing and managing a public-private partnership programme.

· Initiating and coordinating key processes of the programme in collaboration with Principal Investigators.

· Providing valuable intellectual contributions and strategic insights for the overall programme and its projects.

· Engaging and managing key stakeholders, both internal and external, across hospitals, research institutions, and industry partners.

· Overseeing administrative tasks such as facilitating meetings, managing agreements, generating reports, and budgeting to ensure the smooth operation of the programme

Job Requirements

- Degree in Science, Health Science or its equivalent with a strong background in molecular and cell biology

- Minimum 1 - 2 years’ relevant work experience in healthcare or research setting

- Experience in managing budgets and supervising junior staff

- Relevant project management certification and familiarity with A*STAR reporting requirements would be an advantage

- Demonstrated project management experience, preferably in laboratory and finance management

- Experience in preparing and submitting grant proposals, including knowledge of grant variations, submissions, and reporting

- Able to work independently, coupled with effective problem-solving and organisational skills

- A capable leader who can guide the team, monitor progress, supervise, and manage collaborative research activities

You will play a pivotal role in the Heart Protection theme of the National Heart Research Institute of Singapore (NHRIS) at the National Heart Centre of Singapore (NHCS). Your responsibilities will include:

· Leading, executing and managing a public-private partnership programme.

· Initiating and coordinating key processes of the programme in collaboration with Principal Investigators.

· Providing valuable intellectual contributions and strategic insights for the overall programme and its projects.

· Engaging and managing key stakeholders, both internal and external, across hospitals, research institutions, and industry partners.

· Overseeing administrative tasks such as facilitating meetings, managing agreements, generating reports, and budgeting to ensure the smooth operation of the programme

Job Requirements

- Degree in Science, Health Science or its equivalent with a strong background in molecular and cell biology

- Minimum 1 - 2 years’ relevant work experience in healthcare or research setting

- Experience in managing budgets and supervising junior staff

- Relevant project management certification and familiarity with A*STAR reporting requirements would be an advantage

- Demonstrated project management experience, preferably in laboratory and finance management

- Experience in preparing and submitting grant proposals, including knowledge of grant variations, submissions, and reporting

- Able to work independently, coupled with effective problem-solving and organisational skills

- A capable leader who can guide the team, monitor progress, supervise, and manage collaborative research activities

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs’ lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in creating clean, safe and conducive learning environment which promotes student learning and development
• Assist teachers in preparing and producing learning materials
• Assist and guide students in carrying out instructions and activities during lessons
• Build a strong relationship with students by exhibiting care, concern and encouragement
• Support teachers in determining individualised goals for each student to enhance their development
• Assist teachers in data collection to understand student profiles and monitor progress
• Implement students behavioural plans and support in managing student behaviours under teacher supervision
• Proactively engage in professional development activities to facilitate ongoing knowledge and skills development

• GCE 'N' Levels or GCE ‘O’ Levels 3 credits

• Passionate about each child's personal growth and open to new and innovative methods of teaching
• Able to work with children/youth ranging from 7 - 18 years of age with one or more learning difficulties
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a team with social workers, therapist and other teaching colleagues

Job Title: Training Assistant (Intern)

We are hiring a Training Assistant (Intern) to deliver day-to-day duties and responsibilities in the logistic and fulfillment division at Bizlink Centre Singapore Limited.

Working Hours: • Monday – Friday: 8.30am to 5.30pm

Job Description:

• Assist trainers in all aspects of facilitation of training Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and other advantaged individuals.
• Work with trainer to develop and conduct training programmes for PWDs and other advantaged individuals.
• Training, supervising, maintaining and developing the functional skills of clients in the areas of vocational, community living and social participation.
• Implement and monitor the Individual Training Plans for PWDs.
• Assist in managing and providing quality checks to the production work that PWDs work on.
• Assist with client or case management for PWDs.
• Any other duties assigned by Supervisor

Job Requirements:

• Pursuing in Degree/Diploma in Business & Social Enterprise, Psychology, Social Work or relevant studies.
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with good presentation skills
• Able to work independently and in teams
• Have the patience and passion to work with disabilities and the disadvantaged group

• Assist in designing and implementing research-related tasks such as data collection from various sources.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings.
• Assist in developing research papers, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of research data and findings.
• Attend research-related meetings.
• Collaborate with the research team to achieve project goals.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the reporting officer/HOD.
• Effectively organises meetings.
• Timely replies to ethics board, administration related requests

Qualification Required and Area of Discipline

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences/humanities, science, business or marketing.
• At least 1-year relevant experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘[email protected]’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

Seeking a full-time Research Assistant to join a team of researchers working to advance visual analytics in computer vision. Successful applicants will contribute to a research project that develops new techniques in image and video analysis.

Candidates should possess a strong interest in learning and researching state-of-the-art computer vision techniques, as well as a strong ability in coding and mathematics.

This position is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing an academically grounded, applied research career.

The candidate will be expected to:

• Understand basic machine learning and AI methodologies
• Code and run computer vision algorithms
• Contribute towards research conceptualization and methodology
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and reports for publications
• Collaborate and communicate research updates with both internal and external stakeholders

Skills and qualifications required:

• Obtained a Bachelors degree related to the computer science or mathematics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong programming skills.
• Proficiency with Python

How to apply:

Interested applicants are encouraged to send in their application with the following documents:

• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position and addressing the qualifications and skills requirements (1-2 pages)
• Curriculum vitae

Enquiries about the position can be addressed to Assistant Professor De Wen Soh ([email protected])

Appointment will be initially made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Trustworthy LLM/AI project is looking to hire Research Assistants / Senior Research Assistants. Each researcher will contribute in at least one of the following:

1. Research on automated vulnerability discovery (e.g., via Fuzzing) in IoT (Wireless) networked systems;
2. Research on IoT honeypot and threat intelligence.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in software testing and/or software security and/or applied machine learning.
• Track record of strong R&D capability, with publications at leading cybersecurity conferences and/or journals.
• Working knowledge of the C/C++ or Python programming language.
• Working knowledge in binary analysis and code reverse engineering is advantageous.
• Familiarity with 5G and Wireless Networking is advantageous.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team addressing critical issues in mental health using AI technologies. This role involves contributing to a groundbreaking project aimed at developing AI-driven tools for mental health support, with a focus on detecting and treating mental health disorders and distress through digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and refinement of algorithms designed to detect social communication patterns and signs of mental distress.
• Participate in the design and testing of AI models, including data collection, preprocessing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate AI tools into social media and messaging apps to offer real-time mental health support.
• Help conduct empirical research, including designing studies, recruiting participants, and managing experimental data.
• Contribute to the development of empathetic conversational support systems facilitated by human-AI interactions.
• Support the team in writing research proposals, progress reports, and academic papers.
• Engage actively with project stakeholders to facilitate the adoption and implementation of research findings.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in mental health research and AI technologies.
• Experience in research methods and statistical analysis, preferably with exposure to machine learning or natural language processing.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Prior experience in handling sensitive data and ethical considerations in mental health research is advantageous.

You will play a pivotal role in the Heart Protection theme of the National Heart Research Institute of Singapore (NHRIS) at the National Heart Centre of Singapore (NHCS). Your responsibilities will include:

· Leading, executing and managing a public-private partnership programme.

· Initiating and coordinating key processes of the programme in collaboration with Principal Investigators.

· Providing valuable intellectual contributions and strategic insights for the overall programme and its projects.

· Engaging and managing key stakeholders, both internal and external, across hospitals, research institutions, and industry partners.

· Overseeing administrative tasks such as facilitating meetings, managing agreements, generating reports, and budgeting to ensure the smooth operation of the programme

Job Requirements

- Degree in Science, Health Science or its equivalent with a strong background in molecular and cell biology

- Minimum 1 - 2 years’ relevant work experience in healthcare or research setting

- Experience in managing budgets and supervising junior staff

- Relevant project management certification and familiarity with A*STAR reporting requirements would be an advantage

- Demonstrated project management experience, preferably in laboratory and finance management

- Experience in preparing and submitting grant proposals, including knowledge of grant variations, submissions, and reporting

- Able to work independently, coupled with effective problem-solving and organisational skills

- A capable leader who can guide the team, monitor progress, supervise, and manage collaborative research activities

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is looking for Research Assistants (RA) for the NSoE Phase II Maritime Sector. The RA will design and conduct experiments on the maritime testbed MariOT, and assist Research Fellows to develop prototypes and tools.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any area of engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ or Python programming.
• Working knowledge of computer networks.
• Working knowledge of applied cryptography and/or applied machine learning is advantageous.
• Working knowledge in software testing is advantageous.
• Familiarity with shipboard OT systems is advantageous.

Overview*

The candidate will support innovation and technology projects under ARCHIVE and Healthcare Redesign. He/She will be working on projects applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) to develop advanced tools for speech therapy. This role involves collaboration with a dynamic team of researchers from NUS School of Computing and clinical experts to design, develop, and evaluate AI-driven models and applications aimed at enhancing speech therapy delivery process.

Job Responsibilities*

You will be responsible for the following:

1. Organize existing relevant speech datasets as well as newly collected speech datasets

2. Write python scripts for data loading, training speech recognition models and inference

3. Develop a web interface for real-time access of the trained model

4. Participate in testing and validation of developed technologies in clinical settings to ensure efficacy and safety

5. Contribute to writing scientific papers, report and grant proposals.

6. Support project team in daily administrative tasks and project management and project management activities.

Requirements*

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proficient in neural networks frameworks such as pytorch
• Preferably experienced in automatic speech recognition topics
• Speech or Audio research experience, with publication submissions for relevant conferences such as ICASSP or Interspeech.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Prior exposure to or interest in healthcare and clinical applications is highly desirable

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is offering position for research assistant who will work closely with Dr. Meixia Lin working on various projects about Numerical Optimization, Convex and Non-Convex Optimization, Optimal Transport, Machine Learning, and others.

Priority will be given to those who have some computational experience.

Job Description

We are currently seeking talented individuals with:

• Educational research interest in interdisciplinary studies, including but not limited to STEM education, engineering education
• Able to do literature review and summarize the main findings from the literature
• Able to do qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis including but not limited to field observation, interview, systematic literature review, video analysis, statistical modeling, SEM, HLM
• Monitor project progress, draft the reports, and manage (e.g., data tools, curriculum exploration)
• Organize PD sessions for teachers in the local and international settings
• Disseminate the outcomes of the research including in peer-reviewed academic publications of international standing
• Assisting with educational research (e.g., STEM education) proposals preparations, as well as seeking and pursuing appropriate external funding in these areas
• Perform other tasks as required by the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator(s)

Job Requirements

To apply for this position, applicants should be:

• Proficiency or understanding of at least one of the following education-related fields: (1) STEM education, (2) engineering education, (3) psychology, and/or (4) science education
• Knowledgeable in one of the following concepts: (1) curriculum theory & co-constructed lesson designs, (2) evidence-based research, (3) educational theories (e.g., social cognitive theory, pedagogical content knowledge), (4) assessment, and/or (5) teaching and learning methods (e.g., problem-based learning)
• Proficient communication and writing skills in English
• Preferably knowledgeable and familiar with secondary education setting in Singapore
• Possess excellent problem solving abilities as well as strong attention to detail.
• Someone who can work independently while still collaborating effectively within a team environment when needed.

The Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant will conduct research in deep learning and Artificial Intelligence, perform experiments, and publish research papers in top-tier venues.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a focus on computer vision, and an advanced level of understanding and expertise in the field.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python)
• Familiarity with computer vision libraries and tools (such as OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch) is essential.

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team in developing the chassis and mechanical components for a state-of-the-art portable MRI system. This role involves the design and integration of high-precision mechanical components, electronic housings, and thermal management systems, focusing on optimizing manufacturability and durability for portability.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in CAD, additive manufacturing (AM) processes, and a strong background in mechanical design for high-tech medical devices or electronics enclosures.

• Design and develop the MRI chassis and mechanical housing for electronic components, ensuring that all designs meet specifications for strength, weight, thermal stability, and compliance. Ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability and assembly, using knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings of chassis, mounts, and enclosures using CAD software SolidWorks. Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulations to assess structural integrity, thermal performance, and material suitability.
• Lead efforts in prototyping, working with AM processes (SLS, SLA, MJF, DMLS, etc.), CNC,or traditional methods to create high-fidelity prototypes.
• Troubleshoot and solve design issues identified during testing, iterating quickly to improve reliability and performance.

Required/Desired Skills

• CAD Proficiency: Advanced skills in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent) with experience in generating fully constrained assemblies.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of AM techniques, post-processing methods, and experience working with CNC, sheet metal, and injection moulding.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, DFMEA, and quick iteration on designs to address complex engineering challenges.
• Testing & Analysis: Hands-on experience with FEA tools, prototyping, and validation testing.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Required/Desired Qualifitaion & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with medical devices, high-tech enclosures, or electronics housings.

You will be joining the Maple Bear team where you will receive training designed to inspire and equip you as you work hand in hand with us to give the best care to the children entrusted to us.

You will be an Assistant Pre-School Teacher attached to different classes caring and teaching children who are aged 18 months to 6 years of age. This will give you the opportunity to understand and learn some of the basic care giving skills required by being immersed in the working environment and day-to-day operations of a child care centre.

You will be assigned to observe and work with toddlers and preschoolers with the supervision of a trained teacher to gain practical experience. The job trial will enable you to decide if they have the personal attributes and basic skills to take on employment and be trained as a certified Early Years Educator.

Upon completion, successful applicants will be given the option of being sponsored by the company to undergo a preschool diploma training programme under the place and train scheme.

We are looking for energetic, fun-loving, passionate teachers

• who enjoy interacting with children and understand that they learn in different ways
• who will cheerfully assist the english and chinese teacher in caregiving duties
• who takes initiative and exhibits professionalism and integrity in all aspects of work and interaction
• who is considering whether to attend the early childhood training course
• who enjoys being a part of a close-knit team

#SGUnitedJobs

Working Hours : 9am - 6pm

Locations : MapleBear Redhill

MapleBear Redhill

3500A Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159837

Overview*

Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, you will propose and implement the strategies, priorities and standards for managing cluster NUHS. The incumbent will also ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of the cluster NUHS framework and policies.

The research assistant will aid in a study exploring the impacts of virtual reality mindfulness interventions on end-stage kidney disease caregiver well-being. The staff will assist in all research-activities including literature review, ethics application, participant recruitment, data collection/analyses, administrative duties and report/manuscript preparation.

Job Responsibilities*

• research assistant to aid in a study exploring the impacts of virtual reality mindfulness interventions on end-stage kidney disease caregiver well-being. Main duties will include:
• Conducting literature reviews on caregiver burden, psychosocial impacts of caregiving, mindfulness, and virtual reality therapy
• Assisting with preparation of IRB application and completing required ethics training
• Recruiting study participants from kidney disease clinics/support groups
• Collecting survey data on caregiver depression, anxiety, stress pre and post intervention
• Conducting qualitative interviews with participants on usability of VR system
• Authoring/co-authoring academic articles on study findings

Requirements*

• Master and/or Bachelor's dgree in a relevant field (Social science, psychology. biology)
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in hospital research is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written.
• Experience of applying for ethical review would be an advantage
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical research standard.
• Driven and motivated, with potential to achieve research excellence.
• Ability to generate experimental results leading to high impact publications.
• Multi-lingual preferable

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘[email protected]’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom teaching, including hydrotherapy/ swimming sessions, toilet-training, showering and other daily living skills training sessions.
• Assist in supervising and managing students’ behaviour
• Support students’ learning in the classroom, learning journeys, school events, and ad-hoc activities.

Minimum Education / Qualifications

• Min. GCE ‘O’ Levels with a credit in English or ITE NITEC

Hourly Rate: $12/hour

Job description

The National University Health System Virtual Care Centre (NUHS VCC) is an initiative where trained personnel provides tele-triage to patients and/or their caregivers. VCC will either provide advice and resolve the clinical question or escalate to the VCC clinician where appropriate. To facilitate the development and evaluation of VCC at NUHS a research team has been established. This team is now looking for a research assistant/associate with experience of conducting research projects to join the group. The successful candidate will support research fellow on the evaluation of VCC.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Assist in designing and implementing research-related tasks.
2. Assist in recruiting and coordinating research participants
3. Help with data entry, cleaning, and management
4. Assist in collecting and analysing data from various sources
5. Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings
6. Assist in developing research papers, reports, and presentations
7. Maintain accurate and organized records of research data and findings

Secondary Duties

1. Attend VCC-related meetings
2. Collaborate with the research team to achieve project goals
3. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the reporting officer/HOD.

Job Requirements

1. Master and/or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. social sciences, psychology, biology)
2. Minimum 2-4 years of experience in hospital research is a plus.
3. Ability to work independently, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written.
4. Experience of applying for ethical review would be an advantage
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical research standard.
6. Driven and motivated, with potential to achieve research excellence.
7. Ability to generate experimental results leading to high impact publications.
8. Multi-lingual preferable

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘[email protected]’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.

Research Assistant/Associate positions are available in the Information Systems Technology and Design (ISTD) Pillar, Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). The candidates will conduct research in acoustic sensing and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM).

Interested applicants should send their CVs, transcripts, and representative publications to [email protected]. Successful candidates will directly work with Dr. Qun Song.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor's (Research Assistant) / Master's (Research Associate) degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Mathathematics or related fields with good grades.
• Solid programming skills and prototyping capabilities.
• Research experience in sensing, signal processing, deep learning, robotics, SLAM, and related domains is advantageous.

Job Title: Research Assistant (Design Innovator) in the Design Innovation team of SUTD

Description:
As a Design Innovator, you will play an important role in the successful realisation of DI projects and programs. Key components of the job are design competencies, in particular those involving users, user needs, conceptual design, prototyping, industrial design, analytical design, digital design, data-driven design, and user validation, and the ability to liaise with internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis.

You will be part of the Design Innovation team and are expected to contribute to its vision, aims and programs - Design Education, Design Guidance, and Design Incubation – as well as design research, with an emphasis on Design Guidance. You are also expected to participate in SUTD events, support the organization, and support the work of other members of the DI team, as and when required.

If you imagine and dream of an employment opportunity with empathy, creativity, mindfulness, inclusivity, passion, autonomy, daring, and excellence in outcomes at its heart and soul, then this is the opportunity for you. Its realization depends on your willingness to embrace and grow boundlessly within these characteristics and mindsets.

Areas of Focus:

Design Guidance Projects

• Support and/or co-lead projects contributing industrial design, design engineering, systems design or product-service-systems development skillset.
• Mentoring and co-creating in innovation projects with public and private external partners and teams.
• Depending on background and skill sets, develop user experiences (UX), user interfaces, digital solutions, and data-driven solutions for and with external and internal partners.

Design Innovation Workshops and Education, Embedding Design

• Work with the DI Director to engage key stakeholders.
• Facilitate Design Innovation workshops and educational modules.
• Grow into role lead facilitator or co-lead for workshops.
• Develop Design Innovation content for delivery in workshops and education modules.
• Engage external partners to embed, catalyze, and grow design in their organizations.

Skillset:

Industrial Design:

• Develop concepts and prototypes for physical products, considering aesthetics, ergonomics, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct research on user needs, market trends, and competitor analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications for product development.

UX-UI Design:

• Design intuitive and user-friendly digital interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design iterations.
• Develop wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes to visualize and validate design concepts.
• Collaborate with software developers to implement UI designs with attention to technical feasibility.

Visual Communication Design:

• Create visually compelling graphics, illustrations, and branding materials that align with brand identity and target audience.
• Design marketing materials, promotional assets, packaging, and presentations to effectively communicate ideas.
• Ensure consistency and coherence in visual language across various platforms and media.

Adobe Suite Proficiency:

• Leverage your expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, etc.) to execute high-quality designs efficiently.

Others:

• Provide general support to the Design Innovation Team
• Undertake and perform other duties as assigned
• Be involved with partners in pre-workshop/project meetings, discussions and proposals

Requirements:

• You should possess a degree and have practical design experience in areas of relevance to Design Innovation.
• You should be able to work to strict deadlines, apply a user-centred design approach with rigor, deliver high quality studies, concepts and prototypes, and work on multiple projects in parallel.
• You must enjoy being creative and working with a variety of people, have a passion for design, not be afraid to take on challenging tasks, and eager to learn new competencies. The ideal individual will have strong written, visual and verbal communication skills.

About the Design Innovation Team

The Design Innovation team is a group of world-leading interdisciplinary designers, technical professionals, and researchers leading the world of design. The Design Innovation team functions to develop fundamental and ground-breaking results in design science as well as to fulfil the mission of a better world by design through a porous interface with industry, government, and social projects. This interface allows for a seamless integration of empirically grounded design methodologies that directly lead to outcomes with positive impacts at the social, media, and technological levels. The team is highly multi-disciplinary and leverages the ethos of a human-centred design approach with fundamental scientific studies in technology to create solutions to real world wicked problems, opportunities, and grand challenges.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team addressing critical issues in mental health using AI technologies. This role involves contributing to a groundbreaking project aimed at developing AI-driven tools for mental health support, with a focus on detecting and treating mental health disorders and distress through digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and refinement of algorithms designed to detect social communication patterns and signs of mental distress.
• Participate in the design and testing of AI models, including data collection, preprocessing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate AI tools into social media and messaging apps to offer real-time mental health support.
• Help conduct empirical research, including designing studies, recruiting participants, and managing experimental data.
• Contribute to the development of empathetic conversational support systems facilitated by human-AI interactions.
• Support the team in writing research proposals, progress reports, and academic papers.
• Engage actively with project stakeholders to facilitate the adoption and implementation of research findings.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in mental health research and AI technologies.
• Experience in research methods and statistical analysis, preferably with exposure to machine learning or natural language processing.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Prior experience in handling sensitive data and ethical considerations in mental health research is advantageous.