Assistant Professor

1 week ago


Singapore NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE Full time
Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal
Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Job Description
The Department of Communications and New Media at the National University of Singapore invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Professor) rank in critical AI. We are looking for outstanding candidates who take critical and cultural approaches to the study of artificial intelligence, in relation to technology and culture. Areas of specialization may include (but are not limited to):
• AI and algorithmic culture
• Database, models, and representation
• AI, environment, and sustainability
• Ethics and governance of AI development
• AI in social media and creator culture
• Ai in surveillance and security
Successful talented young career candidates with excellent research track records will be considered for the National University of Singapore Presidential Young Professorship (NUS PYP) scheme, which includes a start-up research grant up to SGD 750,000, scholarships to hire PhD students, and an award of SGD 250,000 in white space funding for innovative projects.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading research-intensive university that is consistently ranked among the world's top universities. Remuneration is competitive and includes medical, housing, relocation and other benefits. Significant research start-up funding is available.
Singapore is a modern, English-speaking city state that is connected to the world via global commerce, finance and transport networks with a stable climate year round and a cosmopolitan mix of cultures and languages
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 15 October 2025 (Singapore Time 11:59PM) . Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. The application package should be in electronic form.
Qualifications
The position requires a doctorate in Communication, Cultural Studies, Science and Technology Studies (STS) or a closely related discipline (e.g. Sociology or Anthropology) by date of appointment. Candidates will also need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and research
How to Apply (Closing Date: 15 October 2025)
Interested applicants are invited to apply directly through our NUS Career Portal. Application dossiers should include:
  1. A brief cover letter explaining why the position at NUS is of interest and discussing the ambition of your research programme
  2. A comprehensive CV with a complete list of publications, awards, grants, and courses taught
  3. A research statement with a three-year research plan
  4. Two signature publications with the applicant as the lead author
  5. A list of six references (names, contact details, and the applicant's relationship to them) should be provided. These references must include the applicant's PhD or post-doctoral advisor/supervisor. Shortlisted candidates must arrange for the letters of reference to be submitted prior to the campus visits. If the applicant is two or more years post-PhD, the referees should not be limited to supervisors. Referees should compare the applicant's research performance to individuals at equivalent and top institutions or programmes.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For any questions, please email .

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