Global Photonics Leader & Professor in Physics

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore, within the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, invites applications for an established scientist to lead photonics research and co‑manage the Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies (CDPT) at NTU and the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton. Split time: NTU 80%, Southampton 20%.

The appointee will establish a world‑class program, raise visibility, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise students and staff, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or a related discipline.
• Strong record of research and publications in reputable journals.
• Proven ability to secure competitive research grants.
• Experience supervising researchers, postdocs, PhD students, and interns.

Responsibilities

• Establish world-class research program.
• Enhance the division’s visibility as an international leader in education and research.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Actively collaborate with CDPT and ORC faculties and researchers.
• Conduct high-quality innovative research and publish top-tier papers.
• Give invited talks at international conferences and secure competitive grants.
• Split time between NTU (80%) and the University of Southampton (20%).
• Contribute to teaching and course development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Provide academic supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Undertake administrative and/or leadership roles.
• Contribute to other service-related activities.

Skills

Leadership in research

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Supervision of researchers

Grant acquisition

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

NTU Singapore, within the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, invites applications for an established scientist to lead photonics research and co‑manage the Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies (CDPT) at NTU and the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton. Split time: NTU 80%, Southampton 20%.

The appointee will establish a world‑class program, raise visibility, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise students and staff, and