Research Associate Assistant (Smart Wearable Systems)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Hyundai-NTU-A*STAR Corporate Lab brings together a wide cross-disciplinary approach to advanced manufacturing technologies involving multiple A*STAR research institutes and NTU colleges and schools such as the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) and the College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS).
Responsibilities:
Design develop and optimise smart wearable systems (e.g. head-mounted displays smart glasses smart gloves) for data acquisition and task recognition in real automotive assembly line scenarios including the integration of acoustic sensors.
Conduct human factors testing of wearable hardware and integrated team systems in real-world assembly line environments evaluating effectiveness efficiency and comfort and analysing usability data to generate insights and guide design improvements.
Develop evaluation metrics and benchmark wearable devices on usability efficiency comfort and operational performance across AR/VR and industrial contexts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware software and operations) to integrate AI models with wearable hardware ensuring alignment between device capabilities datasets and system deployment.
Requirements:
Masters and Bachelors degrees in Industrial Design or related fields with training in Product Design Human Factors Ergonomics or Interaction Design.
Proven industry experience in product or industrial design is required preferably with wearables AR/VR HCI systems or AI-driven hardware.
Strong publications in leading international conferences and journals and/or recognition in international design awards.
Solid foundation in human-centred design and human factors evaluation with applied knowledge of design for manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA) for scalable hardware product development.
Proficiency in 3D design and modelling software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD Figma) to support hardware development. Essential skills include programming (Arduino Python) data analysis and AI integration.
Strong collaboration problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTURequired Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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Nanyang Technological University is one of the top universities in Singapore offering undergraduate and postgraduate education in engineering, business, science, humanities, arts, social sciences, education and medicine.
