Assistant Professor

TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION IN SOCIAL WORK

The Department of Social Work in the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for Assistant Professor. NUS is a leading university in Asia, ranked 8th globally and 1st in Asia in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The Department of Social Work is part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS), offering opportunities for curriculum and research on social work and social development.

We seek early career faculty members who are experts in areas such as health and mental health, technology and social services, poverty and inequality, social policy, social service management, and leadership. Scholars should contribute to research, practice frameworks, and policies relevant to Singapore and the Asian region.

Qualification

Applicants must have a PhD in Social Work or a related field, strong research and publications, ability to teach social work courses, and a commitment to collegiality and collaboration. Successful candidates will contribute to a team-oriented environment.

We offer a competitive remuneration package, including housing and travel benefits. Outstanding candidates may apply for the Presidential Young Professor scheme. Applications should be submitted via the CHRS Link, with at least two academic letters of reference sent to swkbox10@nus.edu.sg.

Full CV Information

Required information includes full curriculum vitae, teaching statement (max 3 pages), research statement (max 3 pages), complete list of publications, citation analysis, five key publications, and student feedback.

Enquiries

For enquiries, contact Ms Wendy Lim at swkbox10@nus.edu.sg. The Department is located at Block AS3, Level 4, 3 Arts Link, Singapore 117570. Website: https://fass.nus.edu.sg/swk/