Full Professor of Philosophy

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore invites applications for faculty positions in philosophy at several ranks, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. The successful candidates will have a PhD and a strong record in research and teaching. Responsibilities include engaging in research and teaching activities while contributing to the School of Humanities. Candidates should demonstrate pedagogical effectiveness and student mentorship experience. Applications are due by September 30, 2025.

Qualifications

• A relevant PhD in philosophy or related field.
• Proven record of high-quality research in philosophy.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Engage actively in research within the School of Humanities.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in philosophy.
• Participate in service activities for the School.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching commitment

Effective pedagogy

Student mentorship

Education

Relevant PhD

Job description

Overview

The School of Humanities invites outstanding academics to apply for faculty positions in philosophy at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor. Promoting the strategic development of NTU Philosophy, we are hiring for multiple positions. The rank and areas of specialization are open for all positions.

About NTU Philosophy Programme

NTU’s philosophy programme offers a Major and Minor in Philosophy. It is a postgraduate degree programme, with both MA and PhD students, and our degree programmes have a strong record of job placement. NTU philosophy faculty have particular strengths in ethics, Chinese philosophy, and philosophy of science. We welcome applicants who are working in the programme’s strengths, and we aim to develop new research strengths. We also welcome applicants who are working in other areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, philosophy of language, history of philosophy, political philosophy, philosophy of technology, and digital humanities. More information can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/soh/about-us/philosophy/faculty-members.

Responsibilities

• The successful applicants are expected to engage actively in research, teaching, and service in the School of Humanities.

Qualifications

• A relevant PhD
• A record of research excellence
• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Prior teaching experience is preferred, with evidence of effective pedagogy and student mentorship

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

About SoH and research interests

The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills that enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond. The School is committed to both disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation and has particular research and teaching interests in Digital Humanities, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities and Global Asian studies.

Application details

The closing date for application is 30 September 2025. Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and Google Scholar citation report if available) through the NTU career portal: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-Associate-Professor-Full-Professor-of-Philosophy_R00021345

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Enquiries

Chair, Philosophy Search Committee

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