The National University of Singapore (NUS) Immersive Reality Lab, led by Associate Professor Eng Tat Khoo, is offering a fully funded PhD position in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). This opportunity is supported by the NUS – GRTII PhD Scholarship and is ideal for candidates passionate about immersive reality, generative AI, and medical imaging with applications in healthcare and human–computer interaction (HCI).

Research Focus Areas:

• Immersive Reality (VR/AR/MR): High-fidelity rendering, spatial computing, and HCI modeling for next-generation immersive systems.
• Generative AI: Development of controllable and physically consistent generative models for human motion and 3D scene generation, emphasizing interaction-aware intelligence.
• Medical Imaging & Robotic Surgery AI: Multimodal medical AI for surgical understanding, perception, robotic assistance, and intelligent intraoperative decision support.

The lab operates at the intersection of immersive systems, artificial intelligence, and translational applications in healthcare and HCI, providing a vibrant research environment and opportunities for collaboration with the NUS Guangzhou Research Translation and Innovation Institute (GRTII).

Funding: The NUS – GRTII PhD Scholarship offers full tuition coverage for 4 years, a monthly stipend of up to S$3,800 before the PhD Qualifying Examination (PQE) and up to S$4,300 after passing PQE, and a 2-year service bond in Huangpu District, Guangzhou after graduation. The scholarship also supports research visits and collaborations with GRTII.

Eligibility: Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related fields, with strong programming and systems development skills and demonstrated research potential (publications preferred). English proficiency may be required for international students.

Application Process: Interested candidates should send their CV, transcripts, and research statement to Prof. Eng Tat Khoo and apply to the NUS ECE PhD programme by 1 March 2026 for the August 2026 intake. Late applications may be considered for the January 2027 intake. For more details, visit the official programme page.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your research career in immersive reality, AI, and medical imaging at one of Asia’s top universities, with strong support and international collaboration opportunities.