Research Scientist (8-Month Contract), Rise

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university. Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES This position is for Centre for Research on Intelligent Software Engineering (RISE). Survey existing approaches on guaranteeing the safety of AI agents. Propose new approaches that allow us to improve agent safety effectively and efficiently. Implement and experiment with the proposed approaches. Evaluate the proposed approach on real-world AI agents. Refine the design and implementation of the proposed approach. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or closely related disciplines with particular focus on AI safety. Minimum 4 years of relevant research experience in AI safety. Proficiency in programming software/languages such as Python will be positively considered/ is required. Proven track record and professional experience in AI safety. Demonstrated experience and know-how on AI agents. Excellent working knowledge of AI safety analysis. Technical skills in formal methods Ability to break down complex problems and design effective solutions. Innovating new approaches and thinking outside the box. Applicants with research publications in AI safety area will be advantageous. Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small, agile academic research team is essential. Self-motivated individual who can work independently and collaboratively with team members. OTHER INFORMATION #LI-JN2 Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Singapore Management University