National University of Singapore (NUS)
Singapore
Salary
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Last Date
30 Sept 2026
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The Department of Communications and New Media (CNM), Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Professor – PYP) position in Strategic Communication. This prestigious opportunity is designed for exceptional early-career scholars with strong research potential and expertise in contemporary communication studies.
The position is based at the Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore, one of Asia’s leading academic and research hubs.
NUS is seeking outstanding candidates with expertise in Strategic Communication, particularly in one or more of the following areas:
Public Relations (PR) and Corporate Communication
Risk and Crisis Communication
Organisational Communication
Advertising and Marketing Communication
Public Diplomacy
Digital and Social Media for Strategic Communication
The successful candidate will join a globally recognized department known for excellence in communication, media, and interdisciplinary research.
Particulars | Details |
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Institution | National University of Singapore (NUS) |
Faculty | Arts and Social Sciences |
Department | Communications and New Media (CNM) |
Position | Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Professor – PYP) |
Employment Type | Tenure-Track Faculty |
Location | Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore |
Posting Date | 4 June 2026 |
The selected candidate will:
Conduct high-quality research in Strategic Communication and related fields.
Publish in leading international journals and academic outlets.
Develop an innovative and impactful research agenda.
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in communication and media studies.
Supervise student research projects and graduate theses.
Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across NUS and international research networks.
Applicants should possess:
PhD in Communication, Media Studies, or a closely related discipline.
Specialization in Strategic Communication or related communication fields.
Strong research potential with evidence of scholarly achievement.
Expertise in studying contemporary media and communication phenomena using innovative methodologies.
New media in social, corporate, and governmental contexts.
Digital communication and platform studies.
Strategic use of social media in organizations and public institutions.
Communication analytics and contemporary media research methods.
Crisis, risk, corporate, and public communication.
Candidates with prior professional experience in:
Public Relations
Corporate Communications
Marketing Communications
Strategic Media Management
are strongly encouraged to apply.
The National University of Singapore is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities and offers an outstanding environment for research and teaching.
Competitive international remuneration package.
Significant research start-up funding.
Medical and healthcare benefits.
Housing and relocation support.
Access to world-class research facilities.
Opportunities for interdisciplinary and international collaborations.
Vibrant academic community in one of Asia’s leading global cities.
Singapore is a dynamic global city known for:
Strong international connectivity.
Thriving business and innovation ecosystem.
Safe and high-quality living environment.
Multicultural and cosmopolitan society.
English-speaking academic and professional environment.
Its strategic location makes it an ideal base for communication, media, technology, and policy research across Asia and beyond.
The Department of Communications and New Media (CNM) at NUS is internationally recognized for its leadership in:
Communication Research
Digital Media Studies
Social Media Analytics
Strategic Communication
Public Communication and Policy
Media Technology and Society
Faculty members actively engage in interdisciplinary research addressing contemporary challenges in media, technology, governance, and society.
Early-career researchers with exceptional potential in Strategic Communication and related communication fields are encouraged to apply for this prestigious faculty opportunity at the National University of Singapore (NUS).
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