Assistant Professor (Department of the Built Environment)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university is inviting applications for Assistant Professors in the Department of the Built Environment. Candidates should have a strong background in building science, technology, and sustainability, coupled with teaching experience. This role involves developing impactful research programs, teaching various courses, and mentoring students. The position offers competitive remuneration including housing for expatriate faculty members, located at the Kent Ridge Campus in Singapore.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Subsidised housing for expatriate faculty members

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Building Science, Technology, or Sustainability.
• Strong record of impactful publications.
• Ability to engage and mentor students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research initiatives in building technology.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in relevant fields.
• Supervise student research projects.
• Expand current research domains within the department.

Skills

Research programme development

Teaching expertise

Collaboration in interdisciplinary teams

Publications record

Mentoring ability

Education

Relevant doctoral degree

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor (Department of the Built Environment)

Posting Start Date

24/12/2025

Job Description

The Department of the Built Environment at the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor.

We seek candidates whose research is grounded in scientific principles and/or innovative/emerging technologies in building science, technology and sustainability. Candidates who advance new directions in building technology, indoor environmental quality, or well-being in the built environment (across multiple scales – from human to building to urban scale) with due considerations to energy, sustainability and resilience are especially encouraged to apply.

Requirements for each position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to develop and sustain an active and impactful research programme in Building Science, Technology, and Sustainability.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to building performance, building systems, and related topics in building science, technology, and sustainability.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research.
• Complement and expand existing research and teaching domains within the NUS Department of the Built Environment.
• Possess a strong research record demonstrated by high-quality impactful publications and/or demonstrated potential to secure competitive research funding.
• Demonstrated excellence or clear potential for excellence in teaching and student mentoring.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams.

About the University and Department

The National University of Singapore (NUS) is a research‑intensive university that was founded in 1905. NUS is Singapore’s flagship university and has been placed among the global top 10 for 22 subjects and top 20 for 36 subjects, according to the latest Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings (QS WUR) by Subject 2025 released on 12 March 2025. It was placed 9th in Architecture and Built Environment.

The Department's vision is to become a global leader in infrastructure and project management. It offers an undergraduate engineering programme in “Infrastructure and Project Management”, as well as graduate programmes in “Project Management” and “Building Performance and Sustainability”. The Department also offers higher degree programmes by research.

For more information on the department, visit: https://cde.nus.edu.sg/dbe/

Successful Candidates

The successful candidates are expected to contribute to education, faculty development, and service, and complement the research efforts of the Department. They are also expected to contribute significantly to the outreach activities of the Department.

The University offers competitive remunerative packages including subsidised housing for expatriate faculty members.

To apply, please submit the following documents online:

• Cover Letter explaining applicant’s interest for the position applied for.
• Full Curriculum Vitae, including education, professional background, teaching and supervision, research activities and achievements, honours and awards, and service accomplishments to date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : The Built Environment

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 28636