Faculty Recruitment | Nanyang Assistant Professorship (NAP)

School of Humanities, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore

The School of Humanities at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, invites applications for appointment as Nanyang Assistant Professor (NAP) in major disciplines and interdisciplinary areas of the School.

The prestigious Nanyang Assistant Professorship (NAP) scheme provides an outstanding opportunity for early-career researchers and scholars from Singapore and across the globe to establish a long-term academic career at NTU.

Successful awardees will receive a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment, a reduced teaching load during the first years, and a start-up research grant of up to S$1 million to lay the foundation for impactful research work at NTU.

Research Areas at NTU Humanities

Major Disciplines

• Art History
• Chinese
• English
• History
• Linguistics & Multilingual Studies
• Philosophy

Interdisciplinary Areas

• Artificial Intelligence & Humanities
• Environmental Humanities
• Gender & Diversity Studies
• Medical Humanities
• Religion, Society and Trust
• Singapore Studies
• South Asian Studies

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a PhD or equivalent degree obtained within the last 10 years.
• Demonstrate a strong track record of early achievements.
• Show potential to establish and lead an independent research group.

What NAP Offers

• Tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment at a world-class institution.
• Reduced teaching load during the initial years to focus on research.
• Generous start-up grant (up to S$1 million) for research development.
• Opportunity to engage in multidisciplinary collaborations.
• A platform to contribute to cutting-edge research in humanities and beyond.

Application Process

Applications for the Nanyang Assistant Professorship (NAP) are accepted throughout the year.

📩 Interested applicants are invited to send their CV and supporting documents to:

nanyangprofessorship@ntu.edu.sg

🔗 For further information, visit: www.ntu.edu.sg/soh/research

📌 Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

Ranked among the world’s top universities, NTU Singapore is a hub for innovation, cutting-edge research, and interdisciplinary excellence. The School of Humanities is committed to advancing knowledge in traditional disciplines and addressing emerging global challenges through humanities scholarship.

✨ Join NTU’s vibrant academic community and shape the future of humanities research and education.

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