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

European Commission; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The European Commission, through SIT's Early Career Awards, invites Singaporean citizens who have recently completed postdoctoral training to apply for academic positions. Awardees will receive research grants and mentoring to prepare them for assistant professorships, focusing on bridging research and teaching in various supported fields.

Qualifications

• Singapore citizen with recently completed postdoctoral training.
• Strong proficiency in research aligned with SIT's supported areas.
• Passion for teaching and academia.

Responsibilities

• Support academic and research activities at SIT.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring students.
• Develop a competitive research portfolio.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Postdoctoral training

Job description

Organisation/Company: SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Research Field: Management sciences, Economics

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country: Singapore

Application Deadline: 2 Jul 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Other

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? No

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

SIT's mission is centered on nurturing industry-ready graduates with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to address future challenges. We collaborate with industry in education, providing a talented workforce and benefiting from collaborative research endeavors.

Our university’s distinctive applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world settings. Through strategic partnerships with industry, our academic staff help students bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application inside and outside the classroom. These active learning opportunities ensure graduates enter their careers with relevant skills and competence.

In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge the gap between knowledge creation and utilization. They work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, focusing on addressing significant industry challenges to positively impact businesses.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme, co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT, supports Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT.

The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. The award aims to enhance teaching capabilities and help build a strong research portfolio.

Awardees may receive research grants to develop a competitive research portfolio and will be considered for Assistant Professorship after the award. They will also be assigned a faculty mentor during the scheme.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

• Singapore Citizen
• Recently completed postdoctoral training
• Excellent academic record and high proficiency/motivation in a research area aligned with SIT’s supported areas
• Strong passion for teaching, research, and academia

Application Process:

• Applications are open year-round. Applications before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake.
• Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed throughout the year by respective clusters.
• Final panel interviews will occur from March to April 2026.
• Awards for the 2026 intake will be finalized by July 2026.

Supported Areas for START

Business, Communication, and Design

• Financial and Sustainability Accounting: Measurement, reporting, and analysis of financial performance alongside environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors and carbon footprint. Integrates traditional financial accounting with sustainability for a comprehensive view of long-term value creation.
• Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE): Planning, management, and execution of business events, corporate gatherings, and large-scale conferences. Requires expertise in event management, business tourism, marketing, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.