Assistant Professor in Discourse Analysis

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Research start-up grants

PhD scholarships

Collaboration opportunities

Job summary

National Institute of Education (NIE), part of Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, invites applications for tenure-track and/or tenured appointments in Discourse Analysis at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels. The NIE/ELL seeks scholars with strong research output and teaching excellence.

Responsibilities include teaching Discourse Analysis at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervising theses, securing research funding, and contributing to departmental

Qualifications

• PhD in English Language or Applied Linguistics with Discourse Analysis specialization.
• Strong record of academic research and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent undergraduate and graduate teaching track records.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in Discourse Analysis at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise theses and examine.
• Obtain competitive research funding and maintain a strong publication record.
• Undertake administrative/leadership roles and contribute to service at department/institution level.
• Establish international collaborations and partnerships with researchers and practitioners.

Skills

Discourse Analysis

Academic research

Teaching experience

Grant / funding

Leadership

Education

PhD in English Language/(Applied) Linguistics with specialization in Discourse Analysis

Job description

Overview

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world's top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore's teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives.An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10 in the world for research impact in the field of Education.The English Language and Literature Department (ELL) at the National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, invites applications for one tenure track and/or tenured appointment at any level: Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor position in Discourse Analysis . As one of the most highly ranked education institutions in the world, NIE is at the forefront of education research. As an academic department within an institution devoted to teacher education, ELL is dedicated to innovative teaching and high-quality research in the areas of English language and linguistics, literature, and English teacher education. We have a strong and diverse team of highly dedicated faculty members engaged in cutting-edge disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and education research who are committed to bringing theoretically robust and practice relevant perspectives to classrooms. Our mission is to develop critically engaged, socially responsible, knowledgeable, and passionate individuals and English teachers for the 21stcentury.

Requirements

Applicants should minimally satisfy the following criteria:

• a PhD qualification in English Language/(Applied) Linguistics with a specialisation in Discourse Analysis from a university of good international standing (applicants who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered but PhD must be in hand at the time of appointment);
• an established track record of academic research, presentations, and relevant publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals, commensurate with the rank applied for;
• an established record of excellent teaching in relevant areas at undergraduate or graduate levels (preferably both);
• A research agenda with relevance to education will be an advantage.

Additional requirements for Associate/Full Professor:

• an excellent track record as an Associate/Full Professor at reputable universities;
• an excellent record in securing and managing competitive grants, producing impactful research results, and engaging in innovative, collaborative research;
• an established record of supervision in relevant areas at undergraduate and graduate levels;
• a strong record of teaching leadership;
• sustained academic leadership and service at the departmental/university level or within professional organizations; and
• a good international network of scholarly collaborators.

Additional requirement for Full Professor:

• Candidates for the Full Professor position must demonstrate significant achievements in research and teaching and, in particular, the leadership impact of these scholastic achievements. They must have made substantial contributions to their profession and have international visibility.

Responsibilities

• contribute to teaching and course development in Discourse Analysis at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as related activities such as thesis supervision and examination; and supervision of teaching practice;
• obtain competitive research funding, develop a robust research agenda and maintain a strong publication record;
• undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and contribute to other service-related activities at the department or institution level;
• establish partnerships with local and international researchers and practitioners to explore avenues for research and teaching that will create an impact in the discipline and/or educational practice; and
• (For Associate and Full Professor level) mentor junior faculty members and serve on NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, to the Singapore Ministry of Education, and to other public education-related organizations if requested.

We Offer

• an active and vibrant research environment and a highly collegial departmental culture;
• excellent R&D infrastructure and opportunities for research funding;
• attractive research start-up grants and PhD student scholarships; and
• a competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits.