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Job Title: (Senior) Scientist, Hub of the Future, IAIC
Requisition ID: 2721
Posting Start Date: 15/07/2026
Job Summary
About the Project:
The Aviation Meteorology project is a key initiative at A*STAR, focused on developing cutting-edge solutions to enhance air traffic management in Singapore. This project involves significant research and development in aviation meteorology, with a strong emphasis on translating research into operational, user-centric software solutions. As a scientist on this project, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging problems and collaborate with a dynamic team of researchers, engineers, and external partners to make a real-world impact on aviation safety and efficiency.
Job Responsibilities
- Domain Mastery: Actively learn and acquire deep domain knowledge in aviation and weather systems to conduct impactful research and build contextualised solutions.
- Research & Algorithm Development: Lead and conduct research in areas relevant to the aviation research project. Develop and apply advanced algorithms and models to solve complex problems in air traffic control/management and meteorology.
- Research Translation: Work closely with collaborators, researchers, and end-users to formulate requirements and translate A*STAR research into viable, user-centric software solutions and prototypes.
- System Design & Development: Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable, and modular systems. While this is a research-focused role, a strong understanding of software engineering principles is crucial for creating practical applications from your research.
- End-to-End Delivery: Oversee and actively participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from ideation and consulting to deployment and maintenance of the research-driven solutions.
- Agile & Collaborative Work: Collaborate with a variety of teammates (designers, product owners, other researchers) to build features, design concepts, and interactive prototypes. Use and advocate for agile practices to consistently deliver high-quality software and bring value to collaborators.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate research findings and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Manage interactions with demanding stakeholders and align differing priorities to keep projects moving forward smoothly.
Job Qualifications
Education:
- A PhD degree in Computer Science, Atmospheric Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Technical Skills:
- Experience: At least 1-3 years of relevant post-graduate research or professional software development experience.
- Programming Proficiency: Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C++. Experience with front-end technologies like TypeScript and React is a plus.
- Scientific Computing & Modelling: Proven experience in scientific computing, data analysis, and developing mathematical or machine learning models.
- Software Craftsmanship: Strong foundation in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and the ability to write clean, high-quality, and well-tested code.
Professional Skills:
- Adaptability & Resilience: You thrive in ambiguous situations, can navigate complex challenges from multiple perspectives, and remain open to change when necessary.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and design innovative solutions.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and engage with a variety of stakeholders.
- Conflict Resolution: You take a constructive approach to professional friction. You are comfortable navigating difficult conversations with tough collaborators and working toward common ground.
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The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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