Associate Professor (Research Track), NUS Cities

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Associate Professor (Research Track) within NUS Cities, housed in the College of Design and Engineering on the Kent Ridge Campus. The appointee will lead an independent research program, secure extramural funding, and mentor junior researchers while collaborating with international partners.

The successful candidate will possess a PhD in a city/urban discipline, a proven publication record, and a strong track record in

Qualifications

• PhD in a city- or urban-related discipline (architecture, urban economics, sociology, engineering, etc.).
• Outstanding publication record in leading international journals.
• Proven ability to secure independent research funding and provide leadership.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent research agenda with extramural funding.
• Cultivate partnerships with international institutions, government bodies, and industry partners.
• Define and guide NUS Cities’ strategic research direction within global sustainability goals.
• Build and lead a high-impact research enterprise translating research into practice.

Skills

Research leadership

Grant funding

Academic publishing

Mentorship

Education

PhD in city/urban related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Associate Professor (Research Track), NUS Cities
University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering
Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Architecture
Employee Category: Research Staff
Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date: 30/09/2026

Job Description

NUS Cities is a dynamic, interdisciplinary initiative within the College of Design and Engineering at the National University of Singapore. We invite applications for the Associate Professor (Research Track).

• Multi-disciplinary and Integrative Research: Establish an independent research agenda through extramural funding, to developing a body of collaborative, multidisciplinary research.
• Collaborative Partnerships: Cultivate and strengthen ties with international academic institutions, governmental organizations, and industry partners to enhance the programme’s relevance and global impact.
• Strategic Vision: Define and guide the strategic direction of NUS Cities' research programmes, ensuring alignment with global sustainability initiatives and the evolving needs of cities.
• Research Enterprise: Build and lead a high-impact research enterprise with strong emphasis on the translation of research into practice. Drive outcomes such as the deployment of technologies, adoption of methodologies by public and private stakeholders, influence on urban policy, and scalable innovations that address pressing urban challenges.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity and excellence; mentor junior researchers and postdoctoral fellows in research design, grant writing, and impact-driven scholarship.

Qualifications

• The candidate should be dynamic, creative and hold a doctorate in city or urban related discipline, e.g. architecture, urban economics, sociology, engineering with 6 or more years’ postdoctoral research experience.
• The candidate would be expected to possess an outstanding track record of publications in leading international academic journals, demonstrated ability to generate and maintain an independent stream of research funding, and provide leadership and vision.
• The successful candidate must be able to develop active research programmes to support either the education or research mission of NUS Cities, as well as having the potential and ambition to lead NUS Cities towards achieving its mission and goals.
• Relevant teaching, research or practice experience in systems approach, sustainable city planning, smart technologies, or urban systems, will be highly advantageous.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: College of Design and Engineering
Department : Architecture
Employee Referral Eligible: No