Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology of Ageing/Social Gerontology
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Singapore |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Sociology Programme
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked 13th globally and 1st amongst the world’s best young universities.
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at NTU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programmes in a full range of disciplines. Interdisciplinary learning and research is especially encouraged in HSS. Please visit www.hss.ntu.edu.sg for more information.
Sociology at HSS is committed to excellence in teaching and research, with special focus on social change in Asian societies. For further information about the Programme, please refer to this website: http://sociology.hss.ntu.edu.sg
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology of Ageing/Social Gerontology
HSS invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Sociology from candidates with expertise in the sociology of ageing/social gerontology. Candidates should possess a PhD in Sociology or a related social-science discipline at the time of appointment, demonstrable evidence of excellence in research and teaching, and a commitment to university service. The University emphasizes cutting-edge research and teaching and boasts strong support for each. The successful applicant is expected to teach in English at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Emoluments
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package.
Application Procedure
To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment (http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/career/submit-an-application/Pages/Faculty-Positions.aspx) and send your application package (consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal particulars form, teaching and research statements, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), three selected reprint/preprints of publications, and the names and email addresses of three potential referees) to:
Sociology of Ageing Search Committee
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University
14 Nanyang Drive, #05-36
Singapore 637332
Email: H-DSOC@ntu.edu.sg
Applications sent via email should include a reference to “Assistant Professor (Sociology)” in the subject line. Please send your enquiries about the position to the above email address.
Deadline for application: 30 December 2016. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Contact: |
Sociology of Ageing Search Committee Email: H-DSOC@ntu.edu.sg |
Website: | http://sociology.hss.ntu.edu.sg |
Primary Category: | Sociology |
Secondary Categories: | Social Sciences |
Posting Date: | 11/23/2016 |
Closing Date | 12/30/2016 |