Dean, Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore

Physics World; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Singapore is seeking a Dean for the Faculty of Science. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with an exemplary scholarly record, capable of advancing the faculty's goals and collaboration within the university. This role requires strong leadership to recruit diverse talents and manage operations effectively. Applications must be sent by 9 January 2026 to the Search Committee.

Qualifications

• Visionary leader with capability to innovate in an academic environment.
• Strong collaborative skills with internal and external partners.
• Exemplary scholarly record suitable for tenured full professorship.

Responsibilities

• Advance global excellence in science education and research.
• Recruit, retain, and develop outstanding faculty, students, and staff.
• Manage operations and finances to achieve the Faculty’s goals.

Job description

Background

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for the post of Dean, Faculty of Science (FOS).

For more than 90 years, FOS has delivered high-quality science education grounded in an excellent curriculum and driven by impactful research that has helped shape Singapore’s scientific landscape. This legacy has contributed significantly to NUS being recognised among the top universities in Asia and the world. FOS is one of the largest faculties at NUS, comprising eight internationally recognised academic departments: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Mathematics, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physics, Statistics and Data Science, and the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum. The Faculty also oversees ten research centres. For more information, please visit the Faculty website: http://www.science.nus.edu.sg/

Profile of Candidate

As the Faculty advances towards global excellence in science education and research, NUS seeks a visionary leader who can innovate and lead in a top-tier academic environment; collaborate effectively across the University and with external partners; recruit, retain, and develop outstanding and diverse faculty, students, and staff; and manage operations and finances to achieve the Faculty’s goals; and who holds an exemplary scholarly record and reputation suitable for tenured full professorship in a Faculty department.

NUS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its community. We encourage applications by individuals who embody and embrace these values.

Submission

The Search Committee welcomes applications and nominations of suitable candidates. Application materials should include a full Curriculum Vitae and a broad vision statement for FOS. Applications, enquiries or nominations should be sent by 9 January 2026 to:

Professor HO Ghim Wei
Vice Provost (Academic Affairs)
Chair, FOS Dean Search Committee
National University of Singapore

C/O Ms TAN Shu Wei
FOS Dean Search Committee Secretariat
Email: [e-mail]

All nominations and applications will be kept in the strictest confidence. We appreciate your kind understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.