Presidential Assistant / Associate Professor

SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Asia is inviting applications for tenure-track Assistant Professors or Associate Professors, focusing on digital transformation, sustainable living, and growth in Asia. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience, with a strong research track record. This role offers competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for impactful research in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Internationally competitive compensation

Generous sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Vibrant work environment

Qualifications

• Ph.D. earned within six years of the application date.
• Postdoctoral research and teaching experience required.
• Strong potential to contribute high-impact future research.

Responsibilities

• Join a vibrant and collegial research and teaching environment.
• Conduct research in areas of digital transformation, sustainable living, or growth in Asia.

Skills

Research track record

Teaching effectiveness

Interdisciplinary work

Postdoctoral experience

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Overview

Singapore Management University (SMU) is a dynamic and globally engaged university with recognised strengths in management, computing, law, economics, and the social sciences. We invite outstanding early career scholars to join us as tenure-track Assistant Professors or Associate Professors under the University’s new Presidential Early Career Professorship (SMU-PEP) Scheme.

This inaugural call invites applications from candidates whose research aligns with SMU’s strategic priorities:

• Digital Transformation
• Sustainable Living
• Growth in Asia

We particularly welcome scholars whose work addresses critical challenges such as future ageing societies, sustainable cities, or resilient workforces. Exceptional candidates in other research areas are also encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

Successful candidates will be appointed to a named(early-career) professorship and can expect:

• A vibrant and collegial research and teaching environment
• Internationally competitive compensation
• A generous sign-on bonus and start-up research grant
• Comprehensive benefits
• The opportunity to live and work in one of Asia’s most exciting and cosmopolitan cities

Qualifications

Applicants should:

• Hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, earned within six years of the application date
• Have postdoctoral research and teaching experience
• Demonstrate an excellent research track record, particularly in interdisciplinary work
• Show strong potential to contribute high-impact future research

Application Instructions

• Please submit the following along with your application: Cover letter with your research and teaching statements
• Curriculum vitae
• Three research samples
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness

The expected start date is 1 July 2026, or as mutually agreed.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

At SMU, we value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.