Postdoctoral Fellow (Faculty of Law- CALS)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow to carry out research in Asian legal studies. The successful candidate will develop a strong research agenda, assist with CALS projects, and present their findings at events. Candidates must possess a PhD and have exceptional research capabilities. The position offers a collaborative environment at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies, located in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Exceptional research track record in Asian legal studies is essential.
• Applicants should submit a one-page research plan proposal.
• Strong quantitative background in empirical research is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a relevant research agenda.
• Assist in CALS research projects as directed.
• Present ongoing research and contribute to CALS events.

Skills

Research in Asian legal studies

Strong command of English

Education

PhD in law or related field

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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Job Description

The Centre for Asian Legal Studies (CALS) at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore, is inviting applications from suitable candidates in the field of Asian legal studies to carry out research relevant to our programmes and objectives and to help with the work of the centre. For information about CALS, please visit http://law.nus.edu.sg/cals/.

CALS values scholarship employing a wide range of methodologies (doctrinal, empirical, theoretical, comparative, etc.) and in all fields of law relating to Asia. Subject areas of particular interest are comparative public law in Asia; aspects of law in China/Greater China; law and religion in Asia; international law in Asia; and comparisons of common and civil law jurisdictions or two or more civil law jurisdictions in Asia. Applicants with quantitative backgrounds in empirical research are also encouraged to apply.

DUTIES
• Subject to the standard NUS terms as to annual leave, appointed candidates will be expected to be in residence throughout the term of their appointments.
• An appointee will be expected to develop a research agenda related to or adjacent to one of the above themes, including undertaking substantial research projects leading to publication during the term of the appointment. Such research may include, but is not limited to, the writing of articles for publication in refereed journals, contributing to book chapters in edited collections, and preparing a monograph or other book for publication.
• An appointee will also be expected to assist in other CALS research projects and initiatives as assigned by the Centre Director.
• Appointees will be required to present their ongoing research, and to participate in and contribute to CALS events.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

1. An ideal candidate would be of exceptional calibre and have attained a PhD in a relevant area of law:

For appointment as a Post-Doctoral Fellow, the successful applicant must hold a PhD or its equivalent in law (preferred), or a related field in Asian politics and history. The applicant should also have a strong research agenda and track record in Asian legal studies.

2. The principal selection criterion will be the applicant’s track record in and potential for research in Asian legal studies. Existing research work in CALS-related areas will be considered favourably. The applicant should submit a one-page research plan proposal for consideration.

3. The candidate will be expected to assist in some organizational work related to the work of the centre. A strong command of English is required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are invited to apply and submit their applications directly at our NUS Career Portal.
They must include:
• a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and their proposed research agenda;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a list of publications, if any;
• a writing sample;
• academic transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate studies (if studying for a current degree, please include a list of current courses);
• the names and contact details of at least two referees who may be contacted for a reference;
• a statement detailing the research plans for the next one to two years.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION MATERIALS

Interested applicants are invited to apply and submit their applications directly at NUS Career portal.

CLOSING DATE

The closing date for the receipt of applications and references is 26 August 2025. Late applications will not be considered.