The candidate will have three main responsibilities: (1) conduct independent, rigorous, and publishable peer-reviewed research on issues that advance the understanding of regional perspectives on global challenges; (2) assist in the organization, running, and intellectual contribution of the School’s inaugural Sentosa Forum led by CAG, including but not limited to, liaising with the participants, distilling the key findings, and directing the work of the research assistants; (3) contribute to the broader intellectual life of the LKYSPP.
Qualifications
- A Ph.D. degree in Political Science/International Relations/History, focusing on the international relations of Southeast Asia, and/or the foreign policy of one or more the countries in the region. Candidates whose work involves comparing the foreign policy responses of the ASEAN countries to global and regional power shifts are especially encouraged to apply.
- The Ph.D. degree should be in hand or formally approved before the start date.
- An ability to engage with the research and policy communities in Singapore, Asia, and the world.
Benefits Include:
- Internationally competitive salary
- Highly collegial working environment with an internationally diverse group of scholars
- Involvement in the work of CAG and LKYSPP
Application Procedure
Applicants should submit the following in electronic form (MS Word or PDF file) at their earliest convenience to decb64_Y2FnQG51cy5lZHUuc2c=_decb64 Applications will be considered as they are submitted; closing date for submissions is 21 August, 2026.
- Cover letter, with a brief statement of research expertise and relevance to the project
- Curriculum vitae
- One sample of academic writing
- Short listed candidates will be contacted for references and possible interview
Please send electronic submissions to decb64_Y2FnQG51cy5lZHUuc2c=_decb64 (attention: Ms Serene Teang)
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.