Visiting Professor - Human Geography and Public Administration

About the role

The School of Social Sciences (SSS) and the Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA) of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is seeking a Visiting Professor. The appointee will work closely with faculty and researchers, teach on topics related to seminars in Human Geography and Public Administration, and contribute to the centre's reputation as an international leader in education and research.

Key responsibilities

• Teach on areas relating to seminars in Human Geography and Public Administration
• Collaborate with and mentor faculty members and researchers
• Mentor junior faculty and researchers, and give a few seminars to faculty and postgraduate students
• Contribute to the development and implementation of postgraduate curricula in public policy and public administration and related fields
• Enhance NCPA's visibility as an international leader in education and research
• Deliver engaging and effective teaching to graduate students
• Mentor and supervise graduate students

Required profile

• PhD in Human Geography or Public Administration
• Strong research record with publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals and conferences
• Good track record of supervising research staff, postdocs and graduate students
• Experience in cross-disciplinary research initiatives and collaboration
• Recognition in the research community, such as invited talks, awards or membership in professional societies

Applications are submitted through the NTU career portal; the closing date is 11 September 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.