Career Opportunities

The S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), a Graduate School of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is a leading research and teaching institution in strategic and international affairs and policy-oriented think-tank in the Asia-Pacific region.  The School invites applications for the following tenure-track position:

Assistant / Associate Professor

in the following specialization:

Comparative Religion

Applicants are expected to have training and expertise in Religious Studies, specialising in comparative religion and Buddhism/Hinduism/Taoism, as well as teaching and/or research interests in areas such as sociology of religion, and analysis of inter-religious relations in plural societies.

The successful applicant will be attached with the Studies in Inter-Religious Relations in Plural Societies (SRP) Programme and is expected to develop, manage and provide direction in teaching and research in these areas, and to design and teach up to two courses in the School’s Master of Science programmes. A relevant PhD and a good publication record are therefore essential requirements.

Applicants are also expected to contribute to the School’s research agenda, contribute to team research and policy-oriented projects, teach in short executive programmes, and organize conferences and seminars. Experience in policy-relevant research and publication would be useful.

The initial appointment will be for three (3) years, with further contracts to be considered by the relevant School Reappointment Committee. A candidate with the appropriate qualifications and experience may be appointed at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

All applicants should submit the following:

• A cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description;
• A detailed curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if applicable);
• Statements of research and teaching interests and, teaching evaluation if applicable;
• Three (3) published articles or writing samples;
• Names, addresses, email and phone numbers of at least 4 referees.
  • If you are applying for the Assistant Professor position, your referees must be of the rank of Associate Professor
  • If you are applying for the Associate Professor position, your referees must be of the rank of Professor
• A completed Application for Employment form (Download the application form )

Interested candidates are invited to email to [email protected]

Applications will close on 31 May 2018.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct policy-relevant and scholarly research in the following areas:-

1. The impact of emerging disruptive technologies and new types of armaments on military transformation and modernisation, particularly when it comes to new operational concepts and new operating areas especially in the maritime, air, space, and cyber domains. These include (but are not limited to) artificial intelligence, autonomy, social media, cyber security, robotics, additive manufacturing, unmanned aerial vehicles (“drones”), gene alteration, and other technologies or initiatives associated with what’s known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
2. Regional strategic approaches to military innovation and modernisation including strategic thought and future warfare concepts, defence acquisition choices and capability development, and the implications for the medium to long-term stability of the geostrategic environment of the Asia Pacific.
3. The development of non-military methods of thought in “Gray Zone” or “Hybrid” conflicts, including the use political, economic, and military pressure coupled with information operations and political warfare, cyber-attacks, electronic warfare, and paramilitary operations.

The successful applicant is also expected to contribute to the School’s multidisciplinary research agenda, contribute to team research and policy-oriented projects, teach in executive programmes, and organise conferences and seminars. A relevant PhD with good publication record are essential requirements.

All applicants should submit a full CV with 2 published articles or writing samples, 3 reference letters, a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

The successful candidate is expected to conduct policy-relevant and scholarly research and analysis on issues pertaining to small state security generally and in relation to Singapore, contribute to RSIS’ multidisciplinary research agenda, contribute to team research and policy-oriented projects, assist in organising conferences and seminars as needed, and teach on executive courses as required.

Applicants should possess a PhD in a relevant field with good publication record or have substantial relevant working experience in a related domain.  Applicants should also have experience and/or keen interest in research or policy work related to national security or a related field/domain.

All applicants should submit a full CV with 2 published articles or writing samples, 3 reference letters, a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

The successful candidate is expected to copyedit research products and other research output, provide research assistance to Head and Coordinator of the Programme, cataloguing, assist in organising conferences and seminars as needed, contribute to policy-relevant and scholarly research and analysis on issues pertaining to small state security generally and in relation to Singapore, and contribute to RSIS’ multidisciplinary research agenda.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in political science, international relations or related disciplines.  Applicants should also possess good writing and research skills with an aptitude and interest for in-depth research in national security or a relevant field.

All applicants should submit a full CV with 2 writing samples, 2 reference letters, a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

 

The RSIS is seeking suitable candidates for Junior Researcher positions in the Malaysia Programme. The successful candidates will be expected to focus on identifying power centers and faultiness in local Malaysian politics and society. The candidates are also expected to undertake research and writing on, Malaysia’s foreign policy, international relations, or issues related to Islam. Successful candidates are also expected to assist the Coordinator of Malaysia Programme with editing work and research for program research outputs; contribute to the RSIS Commentary series; publish op-eds aimed at a wider audience; as well as organize conferences and seminars, perform administrative support related to these events, and take notes at such events as and when required.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in political science, international relations or related disciplines. Applicants should also possess excellent language skills including strong Malay language competency, as well as good inter-personal skills.

All applicants should submit a full CV with 2 writing samples, 2 reference letters, a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

 

The RSIS is seeking suitable candidates for the position of Junior Researcher in the United States Programme. The successful candidate will be expected to assist the Co-ordinator of the Programme with research and writing on U.S. foreign and defence policies, participate in conferences and seminars and provide administrative support related to these events, as and when required.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in political science, international relations or related disciplines. Applicants should also possess good writing and research skills with an aptitude and interest for in-depth research in the relevant field.

All applicants should submit a full CV with 2 writing samples, 2 reference letters, a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

Applicants are expected to have a research interest in global, international or military history. Applicants should be enrolled in a PhD programme or in the process of applying to one.

 The successful candidate will be required to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in a research project on Cold War Insurgency. The successful candidate should be fluent in Chinese or Malay and capable of undertaking basic Chinese-to-English or Malay-to-English translations. Remote working is allowed for this appointment. The successful candidate will be paid a stipend at the NTU GRA rate. The appointment is for 2 years.

 All applicants should submit a full CV, one writing sample , 2 reference letters, and a cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description and a completed Application for Employment Form to the Head of Administration.

You will provide overall HR administrative support to the RSIS’s HR team in the full spectrum of HR functions including recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, performance management, learning and development and HRIS administration.

 Requirements:

•  GCE ‘A’ level / Diploma
• 2 – 3 years’ relevant work experience
• Well-versed with Singapore Labor Laws
• Experience in HRIS will be an added advantage
• Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Meticulous and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Interested candidates are invited to email their detailed resume, stating current and expected salaries, together with a completed Application for Employment form (to be downloaded from our website http://www.rsis.edu.sg/about_rsis/career.html) to [email protected] 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.