Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Environmental Communication and Sustainability

About the role

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is seeking an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in Environmental Communication and Sustainability for its Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI), part of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. The aim is to advance environmental communication studies and inspire high-impact action.

Required profile

• PhD in Communication or a related discipline, with a research focus on environmental communication, sustainability, climate change, risk, science communication or a closely related area.
• Scholarly expertise in environmental communication, sustainability communication, climate change communication, risk communication, science communication or related fields.
• Research engaging with contemporary developments such as artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, data-driven communication, public engagement, and communication for sustainable behaviour and policy change.
• Strong research record and effective teaching and training of undergraduate and/or graduate students commensurate with career stage.
• Vision for developing and leading innovative interdisciplinary research projects and collaborations across and beyond the School, with partners from academia, government, industry and community.

Application process

• Submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, and research and teaching statements.
• Applications close on 30 November 2026; review starts on 1 December 2026 and continues until the position is filled.
• The expected start date is July 2027; only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• A comprehensive fringe benefit package offered by the University.