Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Logic and Foundations of Mathematics

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Singapore seeks an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor specializing in Logic and Foundations of Mathematics. The candidate will lead research, enhance educational visibility, and interact across disciplines. Responsibilities include securing funding and mentoring graduate students. Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematical logic and possess a strong publication record. Join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong research record and relevant publications in reputable journals.
• Experience in supervising research staff, postdocs, and students.
• Recognition in the research community through awards or invited talks.
• Cross-disciplinary research experience.
• Recognition in research community through talks or awards.
• Proven ability to secure research funding.

Responsibilities

• Establish a world-class research programme.
• Enhance the College’s visibility as a leader in education.
• Secure research funding from competitive grants.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Deliver engaging teaching to students.
• Undertake administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Research funding

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective teaching

Mentoring and supervision

Publication record

Education

PhD in mathematical logic or related subject

Job description

School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS)

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Logic and Foundations of Mathematics

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. The College of Science seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status, family responsibilities, or disability.

The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at NTU offer multidisciplinary academic programs that provide students with a wide-ranging and up-to-date education. They offer undergraduate training leading to BSc (Hons) and graduate training leading to MSc and PhD degrees.

We invite applications for an Assistant Professor / Associate Professor position specializing in Logic and Foundations of Mathematics. The role involves leading research and teaching in the field of Logic and Foundations of Mathematics, and the appointee will be expected to conduct and disseminate research within the broad domain of Mathematical Logic. Areas of interest include computability theory, descriptive set theory, computable structure theory, theory of numberings, and higher recursion theory. Research should explore interactions with other areas of logic and mathematics, such as constructive mathematics, theoretical computer science, algebra, and analysis. The successful candidate should actively seek collaborations with research groups beyond mathematical logic and leverage the multidisciplinary ecosystem of NTU.

The candidates are expected to:

• Establish a world-class research programme.
• Enhance the College’s visibility as an international leader in education and research.
• Secure research funding from competitive grants and industry partnerships.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the university and with external partners.
• Deliver engaging and effective teaching to both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Undertake essential administrative responsibilities within the Schools.

Requirements

• PhD in mathematical logic or a related subject.
• Strong research record and relevant publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals and conferences.
• A good track record of supervising research staff, postdocs, students, and interns in relevant fields
• Experienced in cross-disciplinary research initiatives and collaboration.
• Demonstrated excellence in research, evidenced by a strong publication record in reputable journals
• Recognition in the research community, such as invited talks, awards, or memberships in professional societies.
• Proven ability to secure research funding.

Application Procedure

• Required application documents:
• Cover letter.
• Curriculum Vitae, including a full publication list.
• Statement of current and future research interest.
• Teaching statement.
• Names of at least three referees.

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