Overseas PhD Scholarship

European Commission; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Institute of Technology offers a scholarship aimed at attracting top graduates for academic careers. This scholarship provides financial support for overseas PhD studies and includes commitments to teaching at SIT post-PhD completion. Successful candidates will gain important mentorship and experience while contributing to applied learning in a research-focused university.

Benefits

Full tuition and fees

Monthly stipend

Overseas maintenance allowance

Return economy airfares

Conference and fieldwork grants

Overseas medical insurance

Qualifications

• Singapore citizen required.
• Preferred: three years of industry experience (five years for Health Sciences).
• Strong passion for teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Assist in nurturing industry-ready graduates.
• Engage in collaborative research with the industry.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Education

Second upper-class honours degree or equivalent

Job description

Organisation/Company: SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Research Field: Educational sciences

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

Country: Singapore

Application Deadline: 3 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 centred on nurturing industry-ready graduates with deep technical expertise and transferable skills. We collaborate with industry in education, providing talented workforce and engaging in collaborative research.

Our university’s applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic experiences within real-world settings. Through strategic industry partnerships, students bridge theory and practice, ensuring they enter careers with relevant skills.

In research, SIT aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilization, working closely with industry on translational research to address significant challenges.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme, co-funded by MOE and SIT, supports exceptional Singaporeans pursuing academic careers at SIT.

The Overseas PhD Scholarship offers financial support for overseas PhD studies, academic guidance, and mentorship, aiming to attract outstanding graduates and industry professionals. Successful scholars may join SIT as Assistant Professors after completing their PhD.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

• Singapore citizen
• Second upper-class honours degree or equivalent in relevant fields
• Preferred: three years of industry experience (five years for Health Sciences)
• Strong passion for teaching and research

Value of Scholarship

• Full tuition and fees
• Monthly stipend
• Overseas maintenance allowance
• Return economy airfares
• Conference and fieldwork grants
• Overseas medical insurance

Scholars will be assigned a faculty mentor and participate in faculty development programs. The scholarship lasts five years.

Service Commitment

5 years at SIT after PhD completion; mid-term awardees commit to 1 year per sponsorship year.

Application Process

• Applications accepted year-round; before 15 Jan 2026 for 2026 intake
• Applications reviewed after deadline
• Preliminary selection in Feb 2026, assessments follow
• Final interviews Mar-Apr 2026
• Awards finalized by Jul 2026