MOE START Scheme (Early Career Awards) - Business, Communication and Design

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their academic team through the Early Career Awards scheme. This program is designed for Singaporeans who have recently completed postdoctoral training and are eager to pursue a fulfilling academic career. Awardees will receive support in building a competitive research portfolio and will be paired with a faculty mentor to guide them. The initiative emphasizes the importance of bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to tackle real-world challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative research and education.

Benefits

Research Grants

Faculty Mentorship

Qualifications

• Singapore Citizens with recent postdoctoral training are eligible.
• Strong motivation for research aligned with SIT's supported areas.

Responsibilities

• Awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship upon completion.
• Assigned faculty mentor for guidance during the scheme.

Skills

Research Skills

Teaching Skills

Academic Proficiency

Passion for Education

Education

Postdoctoral Training

PhD in Relevant Field

Job description

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements.

The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence.

In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT.

The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

• Singapore Citizen
• Recently completed postdoctoral training
• Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas
• Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career

Benefits

Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship.

Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme.

Application Process

• Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for intake 2026.
• Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.
• Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026.
• Awards for intake 2026 will be finalised by July 2026.

Supported Areas for START

Business, Communication and Design

• Financial and Sustainability Accounting:The measurement, reporting, and analysis of an organisation's financial performance alongside its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and carbon footprint. Integrating traditional financial accounting principles with sustainability considerations to provide stakeholders with a more comprehensive view of a company's long-term value creation.
• Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE):The planning, management, and execution of business events, corporate gatherings, and large-scale conferences. This field is a key segment of the tourism and hospitality industry, requiring expertise in event management, business tourism, marketing, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.