Visiting Professor (Chinese Studies/Studies of China)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Singapore is seeking a Visiting Professor in Chinese Studies to engage in advanced research and teaching. Candidates with an international reputation in their fields are strongly encouraged to apply. This position emphasizes mentorship of junior faculty and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research relating to China. Interested applicants should submit their materials by 30 Apr 2025.

Qualifications

• Candidates with an international reputation for excellence in relevant disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise/mentor junior faculty during the visiting period.

Job description

College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Chinese Studies/Studies of China

Visiting Professorship at the rank of Full Professor

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The Ngiam Family Visiting Professorship, established in 2024, seeks to attract outstanding scholars/professors of Chinese Studies/Studies of China to pursue and develop advanced research at the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CoHASS), NTU Singapore. Each year the research focus will change to ensure that NTU maintains sustained global engagement with a wide range of cutting‑edge projects relating to China.

The Ngiam Family Professorship is supported by a generous endowment from Mr Ngiam Tong Yuen and his family.

Visiting Full Professor in Chinese Studies/Studies of China

Though this is an open call, some suggested areas of specialisation might include:

• Chinese culture, heritage and digital humanities
• The economy of China
• Media landscapes in China
• Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asia, including migration patterns, art, and any research relating to overseas Chinese people
• Design, art and creativity

The successful applicant will also be expected to teach where possible and advise/mentor junior faculty. The proposed visiting period for this engagement is 2 months.

Requirements

Candidates who have an international reputation for excellence in their relevant disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

Applicants are invited to submit their materials (cover letter, CV and research statement) by 30 Apr 2025.

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:

Search Committee for the Visiting Professor in Chinese Studies/Studies of China

Email: [e-mail]