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.
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 Humanities seeks 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 portal
Please provide the following in your application:
1. Cover letter;
2. Curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if applicable);
3. Teaching statement;
4. Records of teaching evaluations (if available);
5. Research statement;
6. Two (2) writing samples;
7. 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)
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.
