Associate / Assistant Professor, Theory of Creative Practice

About the role

The School of Art, Design and Media at Nanyang Technological University seeks an Associate or Assistant Professor to lead research and teaching in the Theory of Creative Practice. The position is embedded in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences and contributes to NTU’s interdisciplinary agenda.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses related to creative practice, theory, and digital culture.
• Supervise student research projects, theses, and creative works.
• Maintain an active creative practice and produce scholarly publications.
• Develop research collaborations aligned with the school’s priorities: Digital Culture and Society, Health, Culture and Society, Global Asia, and Art, Science and Ecology.
• Seek external research funding and contribute to curriculum development.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent in Art, Design, Media, Creative Practice Theory or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated record of research and creative output at an international level.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research and teaching.
• Strong commitment to academic excellence and mentorship.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a vibrant, research‑intensive university environment.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and collaborative networks across Asia.
• Support for research funding and professional development.