- 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)