Research Fellow – International Relations (Southeast Asia)

About the role

The Centre on Asia and Globalisation (CAG) at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy seeks a two‑year Research Fellow to advance scholarship on international relations in Southeast Asia. The fellow will join a vibrant community of scholars and contribute to high‑impact research and policy dialogue.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct independent, rigorous, peer‑reviewable research on regional perspectives of global challenges.
• Support the planning, execution, and intellectual output of the School’s inaugural Sentosa Forum, including liaison with participants and supervision of research assistants.
• Engage in the broader intellectual life of the School through seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Political Science, International Relations, History or a related field with a focus on Southeast Asian international relations or foreign policy.
• Ph.D. must be awarded or formally approved before the start date.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with research and policy communities in Singapore, Asia, and globally.

Required skills

What we offer

• Internationally competitive salary.
• Highly collegial environment with an internationally diverse group of scholars.
• Opportunities to contribute to CAG’s research agenda and the School’s public‑policy impact.