These values form the basis for the way "we do things around here" and are key to our ability to create economic value for Singapore.

People excellence at A*STAR is about ordinary people working together to achieve extraordinary results. At A*STAR, we recognize that human capital is a strategic and competitive asset for a knowledge-based economy. In order to establish professionalism and motivation in its people, the following Human Resource Philosophy has been formulated:

• Provide a challenging career to all levels of staff. Recognize that staff have different strengths and talents and hence to ensure appropriate job match accordingly;
• Provide continued training so that staff will be able to perform their jobs effectively and progress in the careers. This will ensure that staff are developed to their fullest potential with the right level of authority and responsibility, skills set;
• Empower staff so that they will be able to carry out their duties effectively;
• Encourage open and effective communication at all levels;
• Recognise and reward contributions made by staff; and
• Be responsive towards staff welfare and well-being.

Why A*STAR

 A*STAR offers among the best facilities and benefits in the world for Research & Development. Cutting edge facilities, support from the government, good business climate, strong international ties with world renowed scientists, leading companies, and skilled workers. Here are just some of the many good reasons to join the A*STAR family.

Community Life
Besides providing a great place to work in, we are also a community that provides various outlets for after hours activities where friends and family can partake in. Take a look at where we work.

International Researchers Club
To be a researcher in A*STAR automatically makes you a member of the prestigious International Researchers Club. 

Staff Welfare Programme
A*STAR promotes "Total Well-Being" for all staff, which include physical, mental and social well-being. Several programmes are put in place. We organise health talks and charity activities. Pro-family policies are set in place to support staff's work/family balance.

Staff Activities
An elected Recreation Club, represented by employees from all staff levels in various divisions, organise regular recreational activities to spice up our working life.

Strong Alliances with Firefly Agencies

A*STAR has a strong alliance with the Firefly Agencies. Firefly is a Human Resource Alliance under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore Government. The collaboration offers secondments and opportunities between agencies, thereby providing incomparable opportunity for growth and achievement to staff.