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Join us to apply for the Assistant Professors / Associate Professors (Tenure-Track) roles at Nanyang Technological University Singapore .

NTU Singapore, a young and research-intensive university, is ranked among the world's top universities. The College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is renowned for its excellent curriculum, impactful research, and distinguished faculty. Currently ranked #2 for AI, #6 for Computer Science by US News, and #8 for Data Science and AI by QS, CCDS is a hub of cutting-edge technology and research.

The college aims to develop future leaders, thinkers, and innovators in the digital age. Located in Asia's heart, NTU's CCDS offers a vibrant environment for learning and growth. We invite qualified academics with a PhD in relevant fields to apply for faculty positions in Computing and Data Science. We seek individuals with strong research records and teaching abilities, interested in advancing the frontiers of research and educating future leaders. Candidates should be capable of integrating theoretical knowledge with practical system development and be able to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

We are open to candidates working across all areas of Computing and Data Science, with particular interest in:

• Data Science: Statistics
• Databases
• Visualization
• Quantum Computing

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting innovative research, publishing in top-tier journals, securing research grants, supervising research personnel.
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing course materials, assessing student performance, supervising student projects.
• Participating in administrative duties, serving on committees, mentoring students.

Review of applications is ongoing until the positions are filled. Successful applicants will find NTU a stimulating environment for professional and interdisciplinary growth.

Hiring Institution: NTU

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education

Institution

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills that enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond. The School is committed to both disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation and has particular research and teaching interests in Digital Humanities, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities and Global Asian studies.

The School of Humanities invites applications for the position of Nanyang Assistant Professor (NAP) in major disciplines of the School, including Art History, Chinese, English, History, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, and Philosophy. Visit this link to learn more about our research.

The Nanyang Assistant Professorship (NAP) scheme provides an opportunity for outstanding early-career researchers and scholars from Singapore and around the world, who wish to build an academic career with us at NTU. Successful NAP awardees will be offered a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment, a reduced teaching load for the first few years and start-up grant of up to S$1 million to lay the foundation for their research work at the university.

Applicants must be early career researchers, holding a PhD or equivalent degree, obtained within the last 10 years. A strong track record of early achievements and the potential to lead an independent research group are required.

Click here forapplication guidelines and documents to be submitted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Institution

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills that enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond. The School is committed to both disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation and has particular research and teaching interests in Digital Humanities, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities and Global Asian studies.

The School of Humanities invites applications for the position of Nanyang Assistant Professor (NAP) in major disciplines of the School, including Art History, Chinese, English, History, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, and Philosophy. Visit this link to learn more about our research.

The Nanyang Assistant Professorship (NAP) scheme provides an opportunity for outstanding early-career researchers and scholars from Singapore and around the world, who wish to build an academic career with us at NTU. Successful NAP awardees will be offered a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment, a reduced teaching load for the first few years and start-up grant of up to S$1 million to lay the foundation for their research work at the university.

Applicants must be early career researchers, holding a PhD or equivalent degree, obtained within the last 10 years. A strong track record of early achievements and the potential to lead an independent research group are required.

Click here forapplication guidelines and documents to be submitted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Institution

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills that enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond. The School is committed to both disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation and has particular research and teaching interests in Digital Humanities, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities and Global Asian studies.

Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor

SoH invites outstanding academics to apply for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Southeast Asian History. The successful candidate should have a proven track record of excellence in teaching, research, and publication.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting cutting-edge research on the history of Southeast Asia. While not a requirement, research interests in the interdisciplinary humanities (in particular, Digital, Environmental, and Medical Humanities) or Global Asia, may be an advantage.

In addition to developing their own research program, the successful candidate will actively participate in curriculum development, teaching and administrative/leadership duties, at a level that aligns with the expectations of a world-class, research-intensive university. The successful candidate will conduct courses on Southeast Asian history and their other areas of expertise.

At all levels, the succesful candidate will be expected to:

Develop a robust, world-class research agenda and maintain a strong publication record;

Secure research funding from competitive grants;

Contribute to curriculum development at the undergraduate and graduate levels;

Deliver engaging and effective teaching;

Mentor and supervise graduate students and/or postdoctoral researchers;

Undertake administrative roles at the department and/or institution level.

In addition, applicants at the Associate Professor (tenured) and Full Professor (tenured) ranks will be expected to:

Mentor junior faculty members;

Undertake more substantial leadership roles in the History department, School or College.

Requirements at Assistant Professor (tenure-track) level:

A PhD in history or in a related field.

Demonstrated excellence in research, evidenced by a strong publication record and a well-developed plan for future research/publications.

Demonstrated capacity to contribute to curriculum development and deliver excellent teaching.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferable to have success in securing grant funding.

Preferable to have a demonstrated capacity to undertake administrative and service roles.

Preferable to have a demonstrated capacity to supervise undergraduate and graduate students, research staff, and/or postdocs.

Requirements at the Associate Professor (tenured) and Full Professor (tenured) ranks:

A PhD in history or in a related field.

Demonstrated excellence in research, evidenced by a strong publication record in reputable journals and books with reputable publishers.

Proven ability to secure research funding.

Recognition in the research community, such as invited talks, awards, or memberships in professional societies.

Demonstrated capacity to contribute to curriculum development and deliver excellent teaching.

A good track record of supervising students, research staff, and/or postdocs, as well as mentoring junior faculty.

Experience in administrative, leadership and service roles.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

The School of Humanitiesseeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status, family responsibilities, or disability.

Applicants may submit their applications through the NTU career portal by clicking on the “Apply” button.

Please provide the following in your application:

Curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if applicable);

Teaching statement;

Records of teaching evaluations (if available);

Two (2) writing samples;

Names and contact details of at least three (3) referees for appointments up to the rank of Associate Professor, and at least five (5) referees for appointments at the rank of Professor (with tenure)

The closing date for applications is 17 September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.