Research Assistant – AI‑Enhanced Media Art (EQUA Project)

About the role

The School of Art, Design and Media at NTU seeks a part‑time Research Assistant to support the EQUA project, which creates AI‑powered immersive artworks that translate quantum theory into large‑scale aesthetic experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Design and build scalable generative AI pipelines using tools such as ComfyUI, RunwayML, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion and other multi‑modal AI ecosystems.
• Develop and operate real‑time generative media environments in TouchDesigner for immersive installations and public screen deployments.
• Lead end‑to‑end studio production sessions from prototyping to exhibition‑ready output, and assist with grant documentation and milestone reporting.
• Create and edit digital content for the project’s online presence and exhibition submissions.
• Support studio production sessions, collect audience data, and document curatorial processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Art, Digital Arts, Interactive Media or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with real‑time and generative media systems.
• Strong interest in AI, immersive media art and science communication.
• Portfolio demonstrating generative or AI‑driven creative works.

Required skills

• Proficiency in ComfyUI (essential).
• Proficiency in TouchDesigner (essential).
• Experience with multi‑modal generative AI tools such as Stable Diffusion, RunwayML, Midjourney, Luma AI or similar.