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Research Assistant (Object Detection)

Singapore National Technological University S$3,000–S$5,500 per month*
Job Description

The Research Assistant will support a project involving object detection and computer vision. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, artificial intelligence, or a related discipline; programming experience in Python or C++; and familiarity with machine learning, deep learning frameworks, image processing, and tools such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Experience with dataset preparation, model training, evaluation, and research publications is advantageous. The candidate is expected to work carefully and independently, collaborate with researchers, document results, analyze experimental data, and contribute to reports, presentations, or academic papers. Strong problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills are important.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a leading research-intensive university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognized for engineering, technology, science, business, education, humanities, and social sciences. NTU hosts a diverse community of students, academics, researchers, and professional staff from around the world. Its research strengths include artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, sustainability, biomedical science, advanced materials, and digital technologies. The university operates modern laboratories, research centres, libraries, teaching facilities, and campus services at its main campus in the west of Singapore. NTU collaborates extensively with government agencies, industry partners, and international institutions. Research assistants typically work within academic schools or research groups, gaining practical experience in project development, experimentation, technical analysis, and scholarly communication while contributing to research with potential real-world applications.

Destination Guide

Singapore offers strong opportunities in technology, research, finance, healthcare, education, logistics, and advanced manufacturing. Universities, government agencies, and technology companies regularly recruit researchers, engineers, analysts, and software specialists. The culture is multicultural, orderly, and generally safe, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle options range from efficient public transport, hawker food, shopping, museums, and parks to beaches and vibrant neighbourhoods. Rent can be high, especially near central areas, so many newcomers share accommodation or live farther from the city centre. Employment Passes are commonly used for professional roles, while research appointments may use an appropriate work pass arranged by the institution. Candidates should confirm eligibility, salary requirements, healthcare coverage, and contract terms with NTU. Relocation is straightforward, supported by excellent transport and international services, but budgeting for housing and daily expenses is important.

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