Lecturer - Global Studies

Monash; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 224,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash University Malaysia invites applications for a Level B academic (Lecturer) to contribute to the teaching effort across Global Studies and cognate fields, and to engage in scholarship, research and professional activities.

The appointee will help develop curriculum, supervise honours and postgraduate students, and pursue high-quality research with a focus on Southeast Asia, including regional collaboration.

Qualifications

• PhD qualification in International Relations, International Political Economy, Political Science, Development, or cognate discipline with Southeast Asia focus.
• Evidence of scholarship, research outputs and collaborations in Global Studies.
• Experience developing undergraduate and postgraduate curricula is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching across Global Studies and cognate disciplines.
• Supervise honours and postgraduate students and coordinate programs.
• Conduct high-quality research and pursue external grant opportunities.

Skills

Curriculum development

Graduate supervision

Research leadership

Education

PhD in International Relations or related field with SEA focus

Job description

Apply now Job no: 495295
Work type: Fixed-term (Full-time)
Location: Main campus - Malaysia
Categories: Academic - Teaching and Research

Lecturer

School/Unit: School of Arts and Social Sciences

Location: Main Campus

Employment Type: Full-time (Fixed-term)

Duration: 5 Years

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The Opportunity

A Level B academic is expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of a discipline, school, faculty or other organisational unit or an interdisciplinary area. An academic at this level is also expected to play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities.

The appointee is expected to contribute to ongoing curriculum development, supervise Honours and postgraduate students, and conduct and produce high-quality research in Global Studies and/or cognate fields. Experience in developing a practical, industry-relevant curriculum in Global Studies and in coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate programs is highly desirable. Evidence of successful grant applications with publication outcomes and collaborative research will be an added advantage. The appointee ideally would have a research focus on Southeast Asia.

Reporting line: The position reports to a delegated supervisor at Associate Professor or a Professor level

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Your application

Your application must address the selection criteria.

Enquiries

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Monash University Malaysia reserves the right to delay or not proceed with an appointment for the above-mentioned position.

Job Closing Date
07 October 2026 at 11:55 pm MYT

Advertised: 08 Sep 2026 Singapore Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Oct 2026 Singapore Standard Time

A Level B academic is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the university and to carry out activities to maintain and develop her/his scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline.The successful candidate must have a PhD qualification in one of the following disciplines: International Relations, International Political Economy, Political Science, Development, or a cognate discipline, with expertise in the study of Southeast Asia an important advantage. The successful candidate will be involved in teaching and leading undergraduate and postgraduate courses and units in these disciplines. In addition, they will develop their research and scholarship in their chosen field/discipline individually and collaboratively within the School, University and internationally.