Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development

Schemes of Service: Faculty Division: Infocomm Technology Employment Type: Permanent, Fixed Term The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry‑relevant degree programmes that prepare graduates to be work‑ and future‑ready professionals. SIT’s mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry through an integrated applied learning and research approach. Our distinctive pedagogy integrates work and study, emphasising authentic, real‑world learning through close collaborations with strategic industry partners. SIT’s centralised campus in the Punggol Digital District, together with strategically deployed “Living Labs,” provides a tightly integrated ecosystem where academia, industry, and community converge.     SIT is expanding its applied AI research capabilities, building a cohort of AI faculty who are keen and experienced working on industry problems across sectors. We are recruiting faculty candidates at all levels of seniority. Responsibilities: Lead and contribute to applied research projects with industry partners and government agencies in one or more of the following AI application areas: Advanced Manufacturing & Semiconductors Urban Systems AI-Augmented Engineering AI Safety & Security Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology Healthcare Hospitality & Tourism Develop and teach applied AI courses within the cluster’s programmes and across relevant interdisciplinary modules. Supervise Industry Doctorate/Masters and capstone projects in collaboration with domain faculty and industry partners. Contribute to SIT’s continuing education offerings. Serve as AI mentor for existing SIT domain faculty through joint projects and co-supervision mechanisms. Qualifications: PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant domain with demonstrated AI/ML research experience. Equivalent industry experience may also be considered. Technical expertise and deep knowledge of one or more of the following areas: Physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) & surrogate modelling Time-series modelling & anomaly detection Bayesian methods & uncertainty quantification LLMs & multi-modal models Graph neural networks (GNNs) Reinforcement learning Edge AI & model optimisation Trustworthy AI (explainability, auditability, privacy) Spatiotemporal data engineering Digital twins & simulation Experience applying AI to the SIT’s focus areas Demonstrated leadership and evidence of working on industry/society-defined problems Experience with industry research collaborations, applied research grants, and/or system deployment Established thought leadership and/or professional standing e.g. publications in top journals and keynotes Non-publication outputs and impact such as open-source tools, technical reports, patents, deployed systems Track record of cross-disciplinary collaborations Strong supervisory and mentoring skills, with an interest in working closely with students in an educational environment. Ability to communicate clearly with domain experts, industry practitioners and the general public What SIT offers: An applied research environment to tackle real-world problems together with industry partners Opportunities to shape a coherent applied AI research agenda with colleagues across disciplines and build Singapore’s applied AI research capability at a pivotal moment Access to SIT’s Living Lab Network and Punggol Digital District ecosystem as testbeds SIT values applied research impact and evaluates faculty according to how their research makes a difference to society or industry Singapore’s exceptional quality of life, competitive personal tax environment, and position as Asia’s leading research and innovation hub How to apply: Candidates should submit the following: Curriculum vitae including grants, publications, and non-publication outputs (code, datasets, patents, technical disclosures) Cover Letter Research statement (up to 3 pages) addressing your applied AI research programme, how it connects to SIT’s cluster context, and your experience with industry-connected research. Highlight three past research outputs with a brief explanation of each output’s impact. Teaching statement (up to 1 page) addressing your approach to applied learning

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence. In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses. The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. This award aims to enhance the teaching capabilities of the recipient and help build a strong research portfolio. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore Citizen  Recently completed postdoctoral training Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career Benefits Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for intake 2026. Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year. Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026. Awards for intake 2026 will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START Engineering Energy Resilience: Power electronic converters for distributed energy resources and microgrids; High voltage DC transmission and distribution components and systems; Electric propulsions systems for land, sea and air; Wide bandgap solid-state protective devices. Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering & Maintenance: Construction technology, Tunnel engineering, Integrated BIM for Civil and MEP design optimisation; Non-destructive testing and prognostic maintenance for infrastructure life extension. Sustainable Maritime Engineering: Ship design and optimisation towards maritime decarbonisation; maritime battery room design for safety; intelligent ship and operations; autonomous vessels and systems.

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence. In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses. The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Applied Research Fellowship aims to provide doctoral candidates who are about to complete or have recently completed their studies an opportunity to engage in advanced training and/or research at an overseas university for one year. Besides financial support, awardees will also receive academic mentorship. Upon completion of the Fellowship, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore citizen Doctoral candidates who have recently completed or are about to complete their studies in a discipline under the supported areas for START below Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for selected research area Have been accepted or have applied for a postdoctoral training at a leading overseas university in a research area that is aligned with SIT’s supported areas A keen interest in an academic career Value of Fellowship The Fellowship provides: Monthly stipend Overseas maintenance allowance Return economy airfare Conference and fieldwork grants Overseas medical insurance Fellows will also each be assigned a SIT faculty mentor throughout their post-doctoral training and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes. The fellowship is tenable for one year. On an exception basis, a two-year programme may be supported. Service Commitment One year for every year of sponsorship. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year via the various links below. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake. Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year. Final Interview by the Panel for shortlisted applicants for the 2026 intake will commence in Mid-March to End April 2026. Awards will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START - Health Sciences Diagnostic Radiography: Radiography involves the controlled use of ionising radiation, radioactive substances and non-ionising radiation to produce diagnostic quality images of the human body, facilitating the diagnosis and treatment of patients (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Dietetics: Dietetics involves the management of medical conditions and promotion of health through application of food and nutrition. Dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy and implement specific diet strategies for chronic medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries (Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association). Nursing: Registered nurses render health services to individuals, families, and communities (Singapore Nursing Board Code for Nurses and Midwives 2018). Speech and Language Therapy: Speech and Language Therapy involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication and swallowing disorders (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy involves assessment and interventions to work or school, self-care, leisure or play, physical environments as well as cognitive, mental and physical components of function to enable individuals affected by physical injury or illness, developmental or learning disabilities, psychosocial dysfunctions or the aging process, to engage in everyday life occupations in order to maximise independent performance of life roles, prevent disability and maintain health (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Physiotherapy: Physiotherapy involves assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of pain, injury, or any other physical dysfunction, through the use of education, exercise, manual therapy, electro-physical agents, technology or any other treatment for those purposes (Allied Health Professions Act 2011).