SMART currently lists multiple postdoctoral and senior/postdoctoral research positions across artificial intelligence, medical imaging, cell therapy, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor sensing and human-machine systems. Applications are submitted against individual vacancies through the official SMART careers portal.
SMART Singapore Postdoctoral Opportunities 2026
The Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) is MIT’s research enterprise in Singapore. It operates interdisciplinary research groups linking MIT researchers with universities, hospitals, research institutes and industry partners in Singapore.
Current recruitment includes postdoctoral roles spanning biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, wearable imaging, semiconductor devices, materials engineering and human-machine systems.
Examples of Current SMART Postdoctoral Openings
| Current role | Research group | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Associate — Device Modeling and Characterization | WISDOM | 31 July 2026 |
| Senior/Postdoctoral Associate — Immune Cell Biology, Process Development and Clinical Applications | CAMP | 22 July 2026 |
| Postdoctoral Associate — Medical AI | WITEC | 10 July 2026 |
| Postdoctoral Associate — Computational Ultrasound and Wave Physics | WITEC | 18 June 2026 |
| Postdoctoral Associate — Therapeutic Applications of iPSCs | CAMP | 17 June 2026 |
| Postdoctoral Associate — Reinforcement Learning for Embodied Intelligence and Human Learning | M3S | 3 June 2026 |
| Postdoctoral Associate — Crystallization Science and Particle Engineering | CAMP | 21 May 2026 |
Research Areas
Current SMART postdoctoral recruitment includes areas such as:
- artificial intelligence and reinforcement learning;
- embodied intelligence and robotics;
- medical AI and digital health;
- wearable ultrasound and biomedical imaging;
- cell therapy manufacturing and iPSC applications;
- crystallization science, particle engineering and drug products;
- semiconductor and optoelectronic device modelling;
- microfluidics and advanced diagnostics; and
- human-machine systems and resource allocation.
Typical Candidate Profile
Exact qualifications differ by vacancy. Most current SMART postdoctoral roles require a PhD in a field directly relevant to the advertised project together with evidence of independent research capability.
Competitive candidates should normally demonstrate:
- doctoral-level expertise in the advertised technical area;
- a strong publication or research-output record;
- hands-on experimental, computational or modelling skills relevant to the project;
- ability to work across MIT-Singapore multidisciplinary teams; and
- clear written and oral scientific communication.
How to Apply
- Open the official SMART Career Opportunities page.
- Select the postdoctoral or senior/postdoctoral vacancy matching your expertise.
- Read the complete project overview, responsibilities and required qualifications.
- Prepare the CV, cover letter, references and other documents requested in that vacancy.
- Complete the SMART application form where required.
- Submit through the application route attached to the individual job advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SMART currently have postdoctoral openings?
Yes. The SMART careers portal currently lists multiple postdoctoral and senior/postdoctoral vacancies across several research groups.
Is there one SMART postdoc deadline?
No. Recruitment is vacancy-specific, so applicants should follow the status and instructions of the individual job advertisement.
Which fields are currently recruiting?
Current roles include AI, robotics, medical imaging, cell therapy, advanced manufacturing, drug-product engineering and semiconductor sensing.
Where are SMART postdocs based?
The positions are based within the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology research ecosystem in Singapore.
Official Sources and Applications
| Status | Multiple active roles |
|---|---|
| Application model | Individual vacancy |
| Last verified | 20 September 2026 |
