Job Opportunity: Research Fellow in International Relations of Southeast Asia @ National University of Singapore

Job Opportunity: Research Fellow in International Relations of Southeast Asia @ National University of Singapore

  • Post-doctoral fellow / research fellow / senior research fellow in International Relations of Southeast Asia at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore
  • 3 year contract, renewable
  • Application deadline: open until filled
  • Click here to read more and apply

The Centre on Asia and Globalisation (CAG), at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, invites applications for a Research Fellowship in the field of International Relations, with a focus on Southeast Asia.

Description

The candidate will conduct independent, in-depth, and publishable research on issues in his/her expertise and contribute to the Centre’s agenda on international relations of Southeast Asia.

S/he is expected to initiate and organize research projects, workshops, conferences, and other research events. S/he should be able to reach out to publishers and actively engage with academia, policy practitioners, and media and business leaders, as well as apply for external grants. In addition, s/he is expected to play a role in coordinating with other researchers and contribute to the broader intellectual life of the centre.

Requirements

  • A Ph.D. degree in the social sciences with preference for Political Science/International Relations
  • Expertise in the International Relations of Southeast Asia. The centre is particularly interested in candidates specializing in the interface between domestic politics and foreign/security/military policy
  • An ability to engage with policy and research communities in Singapore, Asia, and around the world
  • A strong and demonstrated sense of academic independence and collegiality
  • A willingness to engage in interdisciplinary interactions at the School

Benefits

  • Internationally competitive salary, 3-year renewable contract
  • Housing benefit, travel assistance, and transit accommodation, subject to NUS eligibility criteria
  • Highly collegial working environment with an internationally diverse group of scholars
  • Excellent research support provided by CAG, the LKY School and the University

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit the following in electronic form (MS Word or PDF file):

  • Cover letter, with a brief statement of research expertise and its relevance to CAG’s existing research interests
  • Detailed curriculum vitae
  • Copies of Academic certificates and transcripts
  • Two samples of academic publications
  • Three letters of reference (mail to cag@nus.edu.sg)
  • Joining date: December 1, 2023 (preferred, but negotiable)
  • Application deadline: Open until filled

Please send electronic submissions to Ms. Serene Teang (cag@nus.edu.sg)

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