Nanyang Technological University, School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Assistant Professor in Modern Chinese History / Chinese overseas

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Faculty position in Division of Chinese

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, invites qualified academics who possess PhDs and proven records of accomplishment in teaching and research to apply for faculty positions as Assistant Professors in the following areas:

1. Modern and Contemporary History of China

The areas of specialization are open but we are particularly interested in candidates whose research areas cover cultural, political and/or international history of China, and who are able to place modern China in the context of regional and global transformations.

2. Interdisciplinary Studies of Modern and Contemporary History and/or Society of Chinese overseas

Preferred research focus on Southeast Asia but candidates whose research focuses on other geographical areas may also be considered.

The successful applicants are expected to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and to offer courses in both Mandarin and English. Most courses offered by the Division of Chinese are taught in Mandarin while the administrative language of the University is English.

The Division of Chinese currently offers a Major and a Minor in Chinese, MA and PhD programmes by research, a Minor in Translation, and General Elective courses.

The University offers competitive remuneration packages commensurate with qualification and experience, and also comprehensive benefits. For further information about the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, please visit: http://www.hss.ntu.edu.sg

To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment (http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx) and send your application to:

Chair, Search Committee

C/O Division of Chinese

School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University
14 Nanyang Drive, HSS-03-86
Singapore 637332
Email: HSS-HR-Search@ntu.edu.sg

Applications sent via email should include a reference to “Assistant Professor in Modern Chinese History” or “Assistant Professor in Chinese overseas” in the subject line. Enquiries about the position can be addressed to the above email.

Application will close on 30 September 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.