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Research Fellow (Quantum Hacking and Practical Quantum Security Evaluation)
Role summary
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The Research Fellow will investigate quantum hacking and practical quantum-security evaluation, including identifying vulnerabilities in quantum communication systems, designing attack and testing methods, conducting experiments, analysing results, and publishing research. Candidates are generally expected to hold a PhD in quantum information, physics, electrical or computer engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related discipline. Relevant experience in quantum cryptography, quantum communications, experimental security testing, photonics, programming, or laboratory work is highly desirable. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong research, analytical, programming, scientific writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 5,600+ a month at 23 (6,000 from January 2027), more with age, plus 40 COMPASS points; a degree from a top-tier university scores 20 of them.
Before you apply: Schools want a degree and often a teaching qualification, and some places license teachers before you can teach: schools maintained by councils in England, and schools in Hong Kong, New Zealand and Thailand. Ask which licence your post needs.
Watch for: The post is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first; teacher aides and infant caregivers in licensed childcare centres are on the Work Permit list for South Asians and Filipinos since September 2026.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: COMPASS points framework. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Education jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university located in western Singapore. It is recognised internationally for engineering, science, technology, business, education, and interdisciplinary research. NTU hosts advanced laboratories, innovation centres, and collaborations with government agencies, technology companies, and global academic institutions. Its research community works on areas including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, sustainability, biomedical science, and materials engineering. The university provides an international working environment with faculty members, researchers, students, and professional staff from many countries. Research fellows typically contribute to funded projects, publish academic work, support experiments, attend conferences, and collaborate with external partners. NTU's campus combines teaching facilities, research infrastructure, accommodation, dining, sports, and green spaces, making it a substantial academic and technology hub within Singapore.