Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Photonics

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Photonics to establish a world-class research program and teach students. The ideal candidate will have a strong research background and experience in securing grants, with the aim to enhance the school's visibility in education and research. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative research and collaborate across disciplines. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, research statement, and teaching statement.

Qualifications

• Strong record of research and relevant publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals.
• Experience in securing research grants.
• Track record of supervising students and interns in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Establish a world-class research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Collaborate with NTU faculty and researchers.
• Conduct high-quality innovative research.
• Supervise research personnel.

Skills

Research in Photonics

Teaching skills

Collaboration

Grant writing

Education

PhD in physics, materials science or a related discipline

Job description

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Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Photonics

Apply locations NTU Main Campus, Singapore time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R00021561

School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Photonics

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 and family responsibilities, or disability.

The Division of Physics & Applied Physics in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences of NTU provides a multidisciplinary academic program that provides students with a wide-ranging and up-to-date education. Details of the Division can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/spms/about-us/physics.

This hiring aims to strengthen the division’s research activity in Photonics, Nanophotonics, Quantum Photonics or related areas. We are looking for a future leader in these disciplines who is willing to foster the interaction between physicists, materials scientists, and engineers at NTU through the development of ambitious research programs.

The candidates are expected to:

• Establish a world-class research program,
• Enhance the School’s visibility as an international leader in education and research
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Actively collaborate with NTU faculty and researchers
• Forster academic/industrial collaborations in Singapore
  

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality innovative research in terms of publishing top-tier papers
• Giving invited talks at international conferences, securing competitive research grants, and supervising research personnel
• Contribute to teaching and course development at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Giving academic supervision of undergraduate and graduate students
• Undertake administrative and/or leadership roles
• Contribute to other service-related activities assigned by the School and University
  

Requirements:

• PhD in physics, materials science or a related discipline
• Strong record of research and relevant publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals
• A good track record of securing research grants
• A good track record of supervising students, and interns in relevant fields
• Experienced in cross-disciplinary research initiatives and collaboration
  

Application:
Please click the apply button and submit the following documents to us:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae including a full publication list
• Statement of current and future research interest
• Teaching statement
• Name of three referees

All applications and materials submitted will be held in strict confidence.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

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