National University of Singapore

Department of English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences National University of Singapore Job Description The National University of Singapore invites exceptional candidates to apply for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in Visual Arts and Cultures. Scholars of all research specializations relevant to the field are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to candidates who can expand our current portfolio of teaching and research expertise (see our faculty profiles here). We seek scholars with strong publication records in leading journals and university presses who are also accomplished educators capable of teaching across multiple levels - from introductory courses for non-majors to graduate seminars - and who can develop interdisciplinary connections within the arts and humanities. For the Visual Arts and Cultures role, we especially welcome applicants whose expertise spans more than one of the following areas: history and theory of modern or contemporary art, architecture, design, or visual/material culture; visual studies (including visual anthropology); literary and cultural studies; cultural theory and criticism; exhibition studies; and curatorial studies. Applicants whose research includes practice-based or creative methodologies are also encouraged to apply, particularly where these intersect with scholarly inquiry in those fields. While we do not require a regional specialization, candidates with research expertise or professional experience in Southeast Asian art, visual culture or exhibitions will be favourably considered. Salaries are internationally competitive, with benefits including subsidized housing. The teaching load is 2:1 (one or two courses per semester, totaling three per academic year). Programme Information The Art History Minor at NUS is one of the top-ranked programmes in the field internationally and is housed in the Department of History, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). The Minor and its sister Visual Cultures Minor (Department of Communications and New Media) are aligned with a Visual Arts and Cultures Second Major (Department of English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies) forming a unique interdisciplinary pathway. The programmes work in close partnership with the National Gallery Singapore, NUS Museum and other leading exhibiting institutions, exposing students to both discursive agendas and practical realities in the sector. Aligned with NUS’s mission to educate and transform, and our commitment to cultivating a vibrant community of students with creative and critical capacities, FASS VAC invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professorship in Visual Arts and Cultures, a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the Department of English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies. Application Materials Applicants should submit the following documents: A cover letter addressing: How the candidate's expertise will expand our current research and teaching portfolio. Evidence of research excellence, including publication record and research trajectory. Evidence of teaching excellence, including experience across different course levels. A complete CV Research and teaching statements Two signature publications by the applicant as lead author Contact information of three referees. If the applicant is two or more years post-PhD, the reviewers should not be limited to supervisors. For shortlisted applicants, the Search Committee will contact the referees directly for their reviews. The referees will be asked to compare the applicant’s research performance to specific individuals at equivalent and top institutions and/or programs.   For full consideration, please submit a complete application package (with all the above documents) at https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Assistant-Professor-%28VAC%29/30075-en_GB/ by 31 January 2026. Applications received after this date may still be considered until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Enquiries may be directed to ellsec@nus.edu.sg. Further information about working at the National University of Singapore is available at https://www.nus.edu.sg/careers. The Department website can be found at https://fass.nus.edu.sg/elts/.

The Faculty of Science at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a visionary leader with excellent academic standing in the biological sciences or related fields to serve as next Head of the Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/). The Department of Biological Sciences has a rich history in shaping education and research in Singapore, having been formed from the merger of two of the oldest departments in the Faculty of Science, namely the Department of Botany (founded in 1949) and the Department of Zoology (founded in 1950). For the past 2 decades, the Department has played a central role in launching the interdisciplinary Life Sciences programme for undergraduates while developing research areas in biodiversity and conservation, genomics, molecular and cell biology, neurobiology, and environmental science. The Department seeks to expand its undergraduate and graduate offerings, deepen industry and international partnerships, and to become a nexus for multidisciplinary research in the areas of human health, climate change and food security. The successful applicant will provide academic leadership for a highly research-active department comprising over 50 tenure track and 30 teaching track faculty members, as well as close to 500 graduate students. The Head is expected to lead the department towards greater excellence in research and teaching in both undergraduate and graduate programs. The Department is committed to promoting academic excellence among its faculty and strengthening its research facilities and infrastructure. The University also offers internationally competitive salary packages in Singapore’s low tax environment. Candidates with an excellent research background in any field of biological sciences and a strong commitment to academic administration are invited to apply. Candidates should have a demonstrated record of research excellence, academic leadership and management experience of large projects, programmes and/or academic units, and also relevant administrative experience in higher education. A Ph.D. degree from an internationally recognised and accredited programme is required. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to share their vision and strategies for advancing the department at the interview stage. Interested candidates may forward an application package including a letter describing their personal goals, vision for the department, research plans, teaching record and administrative experience, as well as curriculum vitae along with names and contact details of at least six referees. Please send the application package to: Biological Sciences Head Search Committee c/o Ms Lisa Lau (Email: lisallc@nus.edu.sg) Faculty of Science Dean’s Office National University of Singapore Block S16 Level 9 6 Science Drive 2 Singapore 117546 Closing date of application: 22 December 2025