Research Associate – Robotics & Machine Learning

About the role

The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Nanyang Technological University is seeking a passionate Research Associate to advance real‑time machine learning techniques for robotic systems. The role focuses on both theoretical development and practical implementation on industrial robots.

Key responsibilities

• Develop real‑time deep learning methods for robots with safety and predictability considerations.
• Design theoretical frameworks for robotic learning and control.
• Build robot vision systems for object detection using machine learning.
• Implement deep‑learning‑based control methods for robotic platforms.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in robotics and machine learning.
• Strong hands‑on experience with robotic systems.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated publication record.

Required skills

• Proficiency in C, C++ and Python.
• Experience with deep learning and machine‑learning techniques.
• Knowledge of robot vision and object‑detection methods.
• Understanding of robotic control and safety considerations.