Job Description
The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP), National University of Singapore, invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor appointments, one in International Political Economy (IPE) and the other in Comparative Politics (CP). For the IPE position, individuals with research expertise in emerging technologies, such as AI, biotechnology, cyber, or environmental/climate change are especially encouraged to apply. For the CP position, we have a preference for those who work on East and Southeast Asia, especially the latter. Those with other substantive expertise are also welcome to apply.
Job Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- a completed PhD by August 2025 in international relations, political science, or related disciplines;
- publications in top journals in the field and/or a strong pipeline of working papers;
- demonstrated ability to teach core and specialized courses in IPE or CP; and
- a willingness and ability to mentor graduate students.
ApplicationPlease submit your application package in electronic form (PDF) to the Hiring Committee via
CHRS Link.
The deadline for submitting the package is November 1, 2024.
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- A research statement (1000 words max) that outlines your past, current and future research agenda
- A teaching statement (1000 words max) detailing courses taught, your pedagogical philosophy and practices, along with any available evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Up to two writing samples
- Three references sent directly to the above email address
Members of the hiring committee will be attending the APSA Annual Conference in Philadelphia (September 5-8) and will be available for an informational session. If you are interested in attending the APSA informational session, please send us your CV by August 15, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the informational session. Please submit your application package in electronic form (PDF) to the Hiring Committee via
CHRS Link.