Research Assistant/Associate (AI Specialist)
The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to support the MSc in Precision Health and Medicine programme. The role involves conducting applied research on AI in education, supporting student capstone projects, and maintaining computational infrastructure. The successful candidate will leverage Python, R, and Linux to develop workflows and analyze programme data. This position balances academic research with operational support for educational technology and student engagement.
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Experience
Experience not specified
Function
Research
Work mode
Onsite, Singapore
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to support the MSc in Precision Health and Medicine programme. The role involves conducting applied research on AI in education, supporting student capstone projects, and maintaining computational infrastructure. The successful candidate will leverage Python, R, and Linux to develop workflows and analyze programme data. This position balances academic research with operational support for educational technology and student engagement.
TAL's take
Stable research role at a reputable academic institution, though research assistant roles typically offer less career growth than private sector roles.
The JD is clear, though it covers a broad range of responsibilities spanning research, support, and technical implementation.
Must haves
- Honours Bachelor’s or Master’s in computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, or related field.
- Strong programming skills in Python and/or R.
- Familiarity with Linux-based computing environments and basic Bash scripting.
- Ability to support students with computational workflows and data analysis.
- Strong organizational skills to manage concurrent tasks and datasets.
Tools and skills
Nice to have: ai/ml, bioinformatics, high-performance computing, cloud computing, containerization, data visualization, workflow automation.
About the company
Academic research institution with specialized focus on medical and health science education.
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