Tenure-Track Photography Scholar & Mentor

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's ADM invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Photographic Practice. The role centers on leading research and teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs while contributing to the school’s interdisciplinary mission in Singapore.

We seek an artist-scholar with deep photography practice, strong theoretical grounding, and a record of mentoring and collaboration. A robust portfolio and publications are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• PhD (or Practice-based PhD) in Photography or related field, or terminal MFA; exceptional MA with practice-based industry experience considered.
• Proven track record and expertise in Photographic Practices and/or theory.
• Proven teaching and mentoring experience in higher education.
• Strong collaborative, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Industry experience and professional networks or solid research track record expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high-quality research portfolio and publish scholarly or creative work.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students across the ADM programs.
• Engage in enterprise initiatives, student experience enhancement, and program operations.
• Build partnerships with international practitioners and contribute to NTU's intellectual community.

Skills

Photographic practice

Teaching & mentoring

Collaboration & communication

Industry networks

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Photography or related field

Practice-based PhD or terminal MFA

MA with substantial practice-based industry experience

Job description

NTU Singapore's ADM invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Photographic Practice. The role centers on leading research and teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs while contributing to the school’s interdisciplinary mission in Singapore.

We seek an artist-scholar with deep photography practice, strong theoretical grounding, and a record of mentoring and collaboration. A robust portfolio and publications are highly desirable.