Total 22 science job vacancies in Singapore

SIFBI seeks to appoint a Principal Investigator / Senior Scientist in areas related to food oral processing. Special interests will be on the food oral manipulation, food oral rheology, oral tribology, oral physiology, bolus formation and swallowing, food-saliva interactions, and other emerging topics (i.e. bigdata, AI, and etc) in relation to eating and sensory perception. Once appointed, he/she is expected to conduct independent and experiment-based research and to gradually establish a research team on a topic area of eating and sensory perception.

Jobs Responsibilities:

· To conduct high quality research and to gradually establish a research team on an area of food oral processing.

· To lead new initiatives in research project and grant proposals

· To write up high impact research publications

· To establish strong international links with academic partners

· To actively engage with industry for knowledge transfer and research collaborations

· To mentor and provide support to junior researchers

· To participate team/laboratory management

Job Requirements:

· PhD in food science or other relevant disciplines

· At least 3 years' experience of independent research after PhD

· Strong lab-based research background in food sensory, food physics, food texture, food flavour

· Excellent track record of research publications

· Excellent communication skills (e.g. writing and speaking)

· The candidate should also demonstrate his/her research achievements with an excellent track record of research publications, cases of successful funding, industrial collaborations, and social/economic impacts.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Genome Research Informatics and Data Science Platform is looking for a full Stack Software Developer to design, build and operate software systems in support of Institute and hosted programs. Your primary responsibilities include FE and BE Software Development and to ensure compliance with standards and policies (A*STAR, ISO etc)

Requirements

• Bachelor/Master Degree in IT/Computer Science
• Experience in scientific software development and full stack software DevOps
• Possess skills in Javascript for FE and BE, Java and Python
• Knowledge in Containerization and Serverless on Cloud (e.g. AWS Lambda) would be advantageous

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Genome Research Informatics and Data Science Platform is looking for a full Stack Software Developer to design, build and operate software systems in support of Institute and hosted programs. Your primary responsibilities include FE and BE Software Development and to ensure compliance with standards and policies (A*STAR, ISO etc)

Requirements

• Bachelor/Master Degree in IT/Computer Science
• Experience in scientific software development and full stack software DevOps
• Possess skills in Javascript for FE and BE, Java and Python
• Knowledge in Containerization and Serverless on Cloud (e.g. AWS Lambda) would be advantageous

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and retronasal sensation.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research
• To design experimental tasks and conduct independent research on mass transfer and retronasal sensation according to the project plan.
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in food science, food sensory, food flavour, sensory analysis, oral physiology, or other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge on sensory receptors, sensory physiology is advantageous.
• An excellent track record of research publications.
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is capable of working together with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and retronasal sensation.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research
• To design experimental tasks and conduct independent research on mass transfer and retronasal sensation according to the project plan.
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in food science, food sensory, food flavour, sensory analysis, oral physiology, or other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge on sensory receptors, sensory physiology is advantageous.
• An excellent track record of research publications.
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is capable of working together with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and instrumental simulation of the process.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research on instrumental design and construction
• To design experimental devices and set ups needed for the project
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in physics, material science, mechanical engineering, or other relevant disciplines of physical science and engineering
• Previous experience in instrument design greatly beneficial
• Knowledge and research experience in food sensory, food flavour, food physics are ideal, but not essential
• An excellent track record of research publications
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is expected to establish collaborations with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and instrumental simulation of the process.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research on instrumental design and construction
• To design experimental devices and set ups needed for the project
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in physics, material science, mechanical engineering, or other relevant disciplines of physical science and engineering
• Previous experience in instrument design greatly beneficial
• Knowledge and research experience in food sensory, food flavour, food physics are ideal, but not essential
• An excellent track record of research publications
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is expected to establish collaborations with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SIFBI seeks to appoint a Principal Investigator in area of food oral processing. Special interests will be on the food oral manipulation, food oral rheology, oral tribology, oral physiology, bolus formation and swallowing, food-saliva interactions, and other emerging topics in relation to eating and sensory perception. The appointed Principal Investigator is expected to lead a research team to conducted experiment-based original research in food oral processing.

Jobs Responsibilities:

• To lead a research team to conducted experiment-based research in areas of food oral processing.
• To lead new initiatives in research project proposals
• To write up high impact research publications
• To establish strong international links with academic partners
• To actively engage with industry for knowledge transfer and research collaborations
• To mentor and provide support to junior researchers
• To participate team/laboratory management

Job Requirements:

• PhD in food science or other relevant disciplines
• More than 10 years' experience of postdoctoral and independent research
• Strong lab-based research background in food sensory, food physics, food texture, food flavour.
• An excellent track record of research publications
• Excellent communication skills (e.g. writing and speaking)

The candidate should demonstrate his/her research achievements with an excellent track record of research publications, cases of successful funding, industrial collaborations, and social/economic impacts.

(Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Prof. Jianshe Chen via email [email protected].)

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SIFBI seeks to appoint a Principal Investigator in area of food oral processing. Special interests will be on the food oral manipulation, food oral rheology, oral tribology, oral physiology, bolus formation and swallowing, food-saliva interactions, and other emerging topics in relation to eating and sensory perception. The appointed Principal Investigator is expected to lead a research team to conducted experiment-based original research in food oral processing.

Jobs Responsibilities:

• To lead a research team to conducted experiment-based research in areas of food oral processing.
• To lead new initiatives in research project proposals
• To write up high impact research publications
• To establish strong international links with academic partners
• To actively engage with industry for knowledge transfer and research collaborations
• To mentor and provide support to junior researchers
• To participate team/laboratory management

Job Requirements:

• PhD in food science or other relevant disciplines
• More than 10 years' experience of postdoctoral and independent research
• Strong lab-based research background in food sensory, food physics, food texture, food flavour.
• An excellent track record of research publications
• Excellent communication skills (e.g. writing and speaking)

The candidate should demonstrate his/her research achievements with an excellent track record of research publications, cases of successful funding, industrial collaborations, and social/economic impacts.

(Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Prof. Jianshe Chen via email [email protected].)

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading-edge applications through high performance computing and computational science. We have long-term ties with industry partners, including multinational companies and local SMEs, which ensures that our R&D activities stay focused and relevant to real-world needs. We also have active cooperation with the world’s top academics and academic institutions.

Simulation Scientist:

We are looking for a simulation expert who will be part of the team developing a next-generation mobility simulation platform using an agent-based modelling approach. The platform is envisioned to be integrated with other modelling & simulation systems under a digital twin strategy. The responsibilities may include any of the following:

• Develop simulation modules for the agent-based simulator.
• Design and implement simulation scenarios.
• Develop behavioural rules for the simulation agents.
• Implement real-world dynamics including physical motion laws, power-flow, scheduling, and operational constraints as needed.
• Design, calibrate and validate simulation models.
• Optimise the performance of the simulation.
• Write research papers and present at conferences and communicate to project collaborators

Education and experience requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in a related discipline (transportation engineering, operations research, computer engineering/science, or related disciplines)
• At least 2 years of experience
• Strong interests and expertise in traffic simulation, statistical modeling, mathematical programming, reinforcement learning, and optimization
• Minimum of two years of experience in simulation development.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in Java and Python programming languages.
• Familiarity with electrified mobility technologies, electric vehicles, and charging infrastructure.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Experience/familiarity with any of the following is a plus:

• Familiarity with simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).
• Simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS).
• High-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ).

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading-edge applications through high performance computing and computational science. We have long-term ties with industry partners, including multinational companies and local SMEs, which ensures that our R&D activities stay focused and relevant to real-world needs. We also have active cooperation with the world’s top academics and academic institutions.

Simulation Engineer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a next-generation electrified mobility simulation platform using an agent-based modelling approach. The platform is envisioned to be integrated with other modelling & simulation systems under a digital twin strategy. The responsibilities may include any of the following:

• Develop simulation modules for the agent-based simulator.
• Design and implement simulation scenarios for electrification.
• Optimise the performance of the simulation.
• Calibrate and validate the simulation model based on real-world transportation dynamics.
• Develop connectors, interfaces, and adapters to facilitate model communication and data interchange.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, transportation, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in simulation development.
• Experience with system integration or executing phased deployment plans is a plus.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages,including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Familiarity with simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).

Experience/familiarity with any of the following is a plus:

• Containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Digital twins.
• Simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS).
• High-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ).
• Model pipelining tools (e.g., Airflow, MLflow, Argo).

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading edge applications through high performance computing and computational science.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are able to work independently and yet are good team players, possess excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills, good technical writing and presentation skills. If you share our interests in solving challenging scientific problems using computational science, mathematical methods and/or engineering techniques, we welcome you to apply for the following position.

SYSTEMS SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Research Scientist (Urban Systems & Transportation modelling)

We are looking for researchers who are highly motivated with a passion for developing solutions relating to modelling and simulation of transportation and complex urban systems. The candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to develop next generation transport and urban R&D solutions, leveraging on advanced AI and digital twin technologies. The role is expected to work both internally and externally with collaborators/stakeholders from industry and government agencies.

Requirements

· PhD in Computer Science/Engineering/Computing/Information Systems/Civil Engineering or equivalent

· At least 5 years of experience

· Relevant experience/expertise in at least one of the following areas: Transport system modelling, Agent-based simulation, Geo-spatial analysis, Digital twin

· Strong interests in statistical modelling, optimization, AI

· Proficient in programming languages like Java, Python or C++

· Self-driven and motivated team player

· Curiosity and passion to learn new things

· Good written and verbal communication skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading-edge applications through high performance computing and computational science. We have long-term ties with industry partners, including multinational companies and local SMEs, which ensures that our R&D activities stay focused and relevant to real-world needs. We also have active cooperation with the world’s top academics and academic institutions.

Simulation Scientist:

We are looking for a simulation expert who will be part of the team developing a next-generation mobility simulation platform using an agent-based modelling approach. The platform is envisioned to be integrated with other modelling & simulation systems under a digital twin strategy. The responsibilities may include any of the following:

• Develop simulation modules for the agent-based simulator.
• Design and implement simulation scenarios.
• Develop behavioural rules for the simulation agents.
• Implement real-world dynamics including physical motion laws, power-flow, scheduling, and operational constraints as needed.
• Design, calibrate and validate simulation models.
• Optimise the performance of the simulation.
• Write research papers and present at conferences and communicate to project collaborators

Education and experience requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in a related discipline (transportation engineering, operations research, computer engineering/science, or related disciplines)
• At least 5 years of experience
• Strong interests and expertise in traffic simulation, statistical modeling, mathematical programming, reinforcement learning, and optimization
• Minimum of two years of experience in simulation development.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in Java and Python programming languages.
• Familiarity with electrified mobility technologies, electric vehicles, and charging infrastructure.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Experience/familiarity with any of the following is a plus:

• Familiarity with simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).
• Simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS).
• High-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ).

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading-edge applications through high performance computing and computational science. We have long-term ties with industry partners, including multinational companies and local SMEs, which ensures that our R&D activities stay focused and relevant to real-world needs. We also have active cooperation with the world’s top academics and academic institutions.

Simulation Engineer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a next-generation electrified mobility simulation platform using an agent-based modelling approach. The platform is envisioned to be integrated with other modelling & simulation systems under a digital twin strategy. The responsibilities may include any of the following:

• Develop simulation modules for the agent-based simulator.
• Design and implement simulation scenarios for electrification.
• Optimise the performance of the simulation.
• Calibrate and validate the simulation model based on real-world transportation dynamics.
• Develop connectors, interfaces, and adapters to facilitate model communication and data interchange.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, transportation, or related fields.
• Minimum of two years of experience in simulation development.
• Experience with system integration or executing phased deployment plans is a plus.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages,including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Familiarity with simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).

Experience/familiarity with any of the following is a plus:

• Containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Digital twins.
• Simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS).
• High-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ).
• Model pipelining tools (e.g., Airflow, MLflow, Argo).

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC) was established in April 1998 to provide leadership in high performance computing as a strategic resource for scientific inquiry and industry development. Our mission is to advance science and technology, and develop leading edge applications through high performance computing and computational science.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are able to work independently and yet are good team players, possess excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills, good technical writing and presentation skills. If you share our interests in solving challenging scientific problems using computational science, mathematical methods and/or engineering techniques, we welcome you to apply for the following position.

SYSTEMS SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Research Scientist (Urban Systems & Transportation modelling)

We are looking for researchers who are highly motivated with a passion for developing solutions relating to modelling and simulation of transportation and complex urban systems. The candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to develop next generation transport and urban R&D solutions, leveraging on advanced AI and digital twin technologies. The role is expected to work both internally and externally with collaborators/stakeholders from industry and government agencies.

Requirements

· PhD in Computer Science/Engineering/Computing/Information Systems/Civil Engineering or equivalent

· At least 2 years of experience

· Relevant experience/expertise in at least one of the following areas: Transport system modelling, Agent-based simulation, Geo-spatial analysis, Digital twin

· Strong interests in statistical modelling, optimization, AI

· Proficient in programming languages like Java, Python or C++

· Self-driven and motivated team player

· Curiosity and passion to learn new things

· Good written and verbal communication skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Full Stack Infrastructure Developer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a federated computational infrastructure for multi-domain modelling and simulation. The candidate will focus on integrating modelling and simulation tools with a distributed computational backend to serve the diverse needs of the multi-disciplinary research team and the project stakeholders, including scientific experimentation, modelling and simulation, and the federation of a system-of-systems to address complex policy issues for governmental agencies and affiliated organisations.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design a system architecture for the infrastructure.
• Strategise and execute a phased deployment plan for the infrastructure.
• Develop integration capabilities (e.g., APIs, microservices) to connect system components.
• Set up and optimise database and storage systems to support compute-heavy workloads.
• Set up a workflow management system to submit jobs onto a distributed computing cluster.
• Adapt simulation models and AI/ML flows into reusable workflow tasks.
• Package models and pipelines into exportable workflows (e.g., Argo flow, Airflow).
• Deploy full-stack solutions onto on-premises, cloud, or hybrid deployments.
• Automate infrastructure and code management with CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins).
• Implement information security schemes to control and monitor access.
• Construct test cases to ensure correctness, robustness, scalability, and security of the platform.
• Contribute to open-source development for selected system components.
• Support other development activities (e.g., simulation integration, machine learning, frontend).

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of two years of experience in full stack development, data science, or systems engineering.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Strong experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong proficiency with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IAC) tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with database management systems, such as SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience in system administration, including Linux server management.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Understanding of networking and security best practices.

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Strong capacity for self-motivation, independence, and initiative to take ownership and complete tasks without constant supervision.
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Full Stack Infrastructure Developer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a federated computational infrastructure for multi-domain modelling and simulation. The candidate will focus on integrating modelling and simulation tools with a distributed computational backend to serve the diverse needs of the multi-disciplinary research team and the project stakeholders, including scientific experimentation, modelling and simulation, and the federation of a system-of-systems to address complex policy issues for governmental agencies and affiliated organisations.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design a system architecture for the infrastructure.
• Strategise and execute a phased deployment plan for the infrastructure.
• Develop integration capabilities (e.g., APIs, microservices) to connect system components.
• Set up and optimise database and storage systems to support compute-heavy workloads.
• Set up a workflow management system to submit jobs onto a distributed computing cluster.
• Adapt simulation models and AI/ML flows into reusable workflow tasks.
• Package models and pipelines into exportable workflows (e.g., Argo flow, Airflow).
• Deploy full-stack solutions onto on-premises, cloud, or hybrid deployments.
• Automate infrastructure and code management with CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins).
• Implement information security schemes to control and monitor access.
• Construct test cases to ensure correctness, robustness, scalability, and security of the platform.
• Contribute to open-source development for selected system components.
• Support other development activities (e.g., simulation integration, machine learning, frontend).

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in full stack development, data science, or systems engineering.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Strong experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong proficiency with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IAC) tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with database management systems, such as SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience in system administration, including Linux server management.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Understanding of networking and security best practices.

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Strong capacity for self-motivation, independence, and initiative to take ownership and complete tasks without constant supervision.
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Simulation Integration Developer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a federated computational infrastructure for multi-domain modelling and simulation. The candidate will focus on the software and system integration of sophisticated simulation models (developed by multiple research partners) into a system-of-systems, which will be used by governmental agencies and affiliated organisations to address complex policy issues. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design a federated integration architecture for the system-of-systems.
• Strategize and execute a phased deployment plan for the federation.
• Assess and evaluate existing integration technologies to determine their suitability for the project's requirements.
• Integrate and customise simulation models to work seamlessly within the broader federation.
• Develop connectors, interfaces, and adapters to facilitate model communication and data interchange.
• Perform verification and validation of integrated simulations, including internal testing and external validation with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-domain teams to incrementally and continuously integrate their simulation models into the federation.
• Optimise simulation and federation performance and stability.
• Construct test cases to ensure correctness, robustness, scalability, and security of the federation.
• Contribute to open-source development for selected system components.
• Support other development activities (e.g., machine learning, frontend, backend).

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of two years of experience in simulation development and/or system integration.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Proficiency in high-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ)
• Proficiency in simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).
• Familiarity with simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS)
• Familiarity with model pipelining tools (e.g., Airflow, MLflow, Argo).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Strong capacity for self-motivation, independence, and initiative to take ownership and complete tasks without constant supervision.
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Simulation Integration Developer

The candidate will be part of the team developing a federated computational infrastructure for multi-domain modelling and simulation. The candidate will focus on the software and system integration of sophisticated simulation models (developed by multiple research partners) into a system-of-systems, which will be used by governmental agencies and affiliated organisations to address complex policy issues. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design a federated integration architecture for the system-of-systems.
• Strategize and execute a phased deployment plan for the federation.
• Assess and evaluate existing integration technologies to determine their suitability for the project's requirements.
• Integrate and customise simulation models to work seamlessly within the broader federation.
• Develop connectors, interfaces, and adapters to facilitate model communication and data interchange.
• Perform verification and validation of integrated simulations, including internal testing and external validation with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-domain teams to incrementally and continuously integrate their simulation models into the federation.
• Optimise simulation and federation performance and stability.
• Construct test cases to ensure correctness, robustness, scalability, and security of the federation.
• Contribute to open-source development for selected system components.
• Support other development activities (e.g., machine learning, frontend, backend).

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in simulation development and/or system integration.

Technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in a wide range of programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++.
• Proficiency in high-performance communication technology (e.g., gRPC, MPI, ZeroMQ)
• Proficiency in simulation software and tools (e.g., SimPy, MASON, Repast, Simulink, AnyLogic, SUMO).
• Familiarity with simulation integration standards and frameworks (e.g., HELICS, HLA, DIS)
• Familiarity with model pipelining tools (e.g., Airflow, MLflow, Argo).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Strong capacity for self-motivation, independence, and initiative to take ownership and complete tasks without constant supervision.
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Science and Engineering Research (SER) Directorate is looking to hire a resourceful and motivated individual, who is passionate about supporting the delivery of impactful outcomes through Science and Technology, under the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2025 plan. The SER Directorate is the nexus of policy, corporate reporting and economic analysis to ensure that SERC delivers on its strategic thrusts of value-creation and socioeconomic impact to Singapore. You will work closely with key stakeholders internally and externally to achieve the outcomes of various programmes, and develop a deep understanding of R&D policies and their wider impact on the research ecosystem in Singapore. You will acquire skills in interpreting data to develop policies, as well as develop deeper organisational awareness. The ability to be agile and thrive in a changing work environment is a must!

As an officer in RPP/A&O, your key areas of work would include the following:

Resource and Performance Monitoring

1. Support Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC) senior management in the governance and allocation of resources;

2. Synthesise data and develop recommendations to support executive decision making;

3. Support the review and improvement of SERC strategy, operations and processes, including the improvement of SERC investments and activities;

4. Develop specific measures of success with relevant experts;

5. Conduct financial modelling and monitor budgets for SERC entities;

6. Analyse and track performance of SERC entities in response to overall strategies.

Corporate Planning

7. Support SERC senior management in key meeting platforms and monitor strategic and management issues across SERC;

8. Organise events for SERC management for business reviews, and charting of strategic directions for SERC entities.

Job Requirements

9. Relevant working experience in the public sector, strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage

10. Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or Business.

11. Ability to translate concepts into implementation plans

12. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

13. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Power BI or equivalent)

14. Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills

15. Resourceful and motivated

16. Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to detail and result-oriented

17. High learning agility and adaptability

18. Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines

The Science and Engineering Research (SER) Directorate is looking to hire a resourceful and motivated individual, who is passionate about supporting the delivery of impactful outcomes through Science and Technology, under the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2025 plan. The Strategic Planning unit is the nexus of policy, corporate reporting and economic analysis to ensure that SERC delivers on its strategic thrusts of value-creation and socioeconomic impact to Singapore. You will work closely with key stakeholders internally and externally to achieve the outcomes of various programmes, and develop a deep understanding of R&D policies and their wider impact on the research ecosystem in Singapore. You will acquire skills in interpreting data to develop policies, as well as develop deeper organisational awareness. The ability to be agile and thrive in a changing work environment is a must!

As a Senior Manager/Manager of Strategic Planning, your key areas of work would include the following:

Resource and Performance Monitoring

1. Support Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC)'s senior management in the governance and allocation of resources;

2. Synthesise data and develop recommendations to support executive decision making;

3. Support the constant review and improvement of SERC's strategy, operations and processes, including the improvement of SERC's investments and activities;

4. Develop specific measures of success with relevant experts;

5. Conduct financial modelling and monitor budgets for SERC entities;

6. Analyse and track performance of SERC entities in response to overall strategies.

Corporate Planning

7. Support SERC's senior management in key meeting platforms and monitor strategic and management issues across SERC;

8. Organise events for SERC's management for business reviews, and charting of strategic directions for SERC entities.

Job Requirements

9. Relevant working experience in the public sector, strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage

10. Ability to translate concepts into implementation plans

11. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

12. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Words, Excel and Power BI or equivalent)

13. Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills

14. Resourceful and motivated

15. Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to details and result-oriented

16. High learning agility and adaptability

17. Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines

A*STAR is seeking an experienced Principal Investigator to lead the Sensory Science and Ingestive Behaviour Research, as part of the Clinical Nutrition Research Centre under the newly formed Singapore Institute of Food and Biotech Innovation (SIFBI).

https://www.a-star.edu.sg/sifbi

The PI position will lead research on Human Sensory perception, Consumer preference and Food intake behaviour within SIFBI as it relates to nutrition, health and new product innovation. The Sensory group interacts closely with the other technology pillars1 at SIFBI to provide support to new product development, ingredient and processing innovation and the impact of sustainable technology solutions to consumer acceptability, nutrition and well-being.

The candidate will lead a team of Sensory and Nutrition researchers based at the Clinical Nutrition Research Center, and will contribute to SIFBI’s overall corporate strategy. The appointee will develop strategic programs of research to ensure competitive and industry-relevant Sensory research activities are supported with sustained funding, and will integrate sensory, consumer and ingestive behaviour measures, interact with the taste receptor platform in order to integrate the SIFBI portfolio across the value chain, nurturing close collaboration with researchers within and beyond SIFBI, and the wider A*STAR family. In taking the lead of the Sensory team at SIFBI’s, the goal is to enhance consumer-centric research focused on Singapore’s national research priorities including Singapore 30/30 vision, innovation in alternative proteins, and applications of new food, and to support the ongoing publication of high quality original research to further enhance SIFBI’s standing in the field of sensory and consumer science.

Job Responsibilities:

The level of responsibility will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, and the primary responsibilities include the following:

• Provide expert scientific leadership in formulating a strategic focus for research in sensory science and consumer behaviour relevant to SIFBI’s industrial and competitive research grant funding, and aligned with national research priorities.
• Develop research that integrates sensory perceptual measures, taste receptor platform into ongoing research in food science, processing, food structure, nutrition and fermentation.
• Act as a member of the SIFBI senior leadership team and contribute to SIFBI’s research portfolio and strategy where appropriate.
• Work closely with industry and academia to actively and strategically forge collaborations, build and manage relationships with industry stakeholders to promote stronger collaboration.
• Develop new ideas and project plans that drive the development of sensory, consumer and eating behaviour research in Asia.
• Attract, recruit, supervise and mentor scientific personnel (Research Scientists, Fellows, Graduate Students and Officers).

Job Requirements:

• PhD in either Nutrition or Food science/technology or other complementary science disciplines with a sound background in Sensory and Consumer Science, Food Psychology and eating behaviour.
• Minimum 10-12 years of post-PhD experience working with different industries or in academic research involving industrial partners.
• Extensive experience with planning and executing studies to better understand the role of food roperties, sensory characteristics and psychological factors that influence food choice and intake.
• Lead with expertise on eating behaviour methods and the design and execution of research studies to understand food intake. Critically analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from scientific studies in the field of human nutrition and food intake behaviour.
• Coach and develop junior staff in the appropriate scientific and statistical methodologies and in the interpretation of data. Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting.
• Proactively collaborate with Scientists within A*STAR to develop interdisciplinary research that combines behavioural and physiological approaches to understanding human food intake.
• An analytical mind-set with great problem-solving abilities to translate research findings to industry outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with prior experience in cross-disciplinary team management and engagement of multiple stakeholders.
• Experience and track record of peer review publication and presentations in the leading international.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive and A*STAR-SIFBI may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.