Tenure Track Faculty

Hamilton College; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton College is seeking two full-time faculty members for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sustainability. Candidates should demonstrate interdisciplinary expertise and a strong publication record. Responsibilities include teaching, publishing, and contributing to the college's academic programs. The expected start date is July 2026, with applications reviewed starting July 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• PhD expected by time of hire.
• Strong publication and grant record required.
• Evidence of teaching excellence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Publish in top-tier journals and apply for funding.
• Contribute to the Undergraduate Core Curriculum.
• Advise students in the Bachelor of Integrative Studies.

Skills

Interdisciplinary expertise

Strong track record in publications

Grant writing

Innovative teaching methods

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Job description

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Full-time Faculty Tenure track (Open rank) in Sustainability

The College of Integrative Studies (CIS) at Singapore Management University (SMU) was established in 2022. It plays a pivotal role in helping students traverse the disciplinary areas associated with the other SMU Schools—Accountancy, Business, Economics, Computing, Law, and Social Sciences.The CIS also delivers the University’s Core Curriculum for all undergraduate students. It emphasises the importance of integrating ideas and perspectives across disciplines to derive new solutions in areas related to SMU’s Strategic Priorities .

We are looking to fill two full-time positions of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sustainability. Sustainability here is broadly defined but there is a preference for scholars who demonstrate interdisciplinary expertise. Candidates could, for example, have a background in humanities, social sciences or STEM. Applications will be considered on the Tenure track, exact level depending on the candidate’s experience.

Expectations of the role include:

• Publishing in top-tier journals and applying for competitive funding awards.
• Contributing to our Undergraduate Core Curriculum under the Communities or Civilisations pillars with Electives (decided in consultation with the Dean/Associate Dean (UG Edu) and the Big Questions Freshman module from their own disciplinary perspective.
• For more senior hires, contributing to our PhD programme in Asian Urbanisms with Electives or, on core modules.
• Advising our College students on the Bachelor of integrative Studies (BIS) programme.
• Providing service to the College and University by serving on committees, participating in events, outreach and admissions activities and, where appropriate, engagement with industry/academic stakeholders.

Applicants must:

• Already hold or expect to be awarded a PhD in a relevant discipline by the time of hire.
• Have a strong track record in publications and grant getting, commensurate with their current level.
• For applicants at the level of Full Professor, a strong track record of large grant awards and high impact research is essential.
• Have evidence of excellence in teaching and, be willing to engage in, or develop innovate teaching methods.

Applicants should apply online (SMU Career) with the following documents in PDF format:

• a statement of teaching philosophy
• a service statement
• teaching evaluations
• samples of up to three research papers

Applicants should also arrange for three academic reference letters to be sent directly to [e-mail] if selected for interview.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by 31 July 2025, when review of applications will begin. The expected start date is 1 July 2026 or otherwise as mutually agreed. Applications will be treated with strict confidentiality and only short-listed candidates will be notified.

At SMU, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

CIS overseas the delivery of University's Core Curriculum, and is also home to Singapore's first Individualised Major programme and a community of interdisciplinary scholars. Please visit: https://cis.smu.edu.sg for more information about CIS.