Tenure‑Track Professor Positions in Economics

About the role

Singapore Management University’s School of Economics invites outstanding scholars to join its faculty on a permanent, tenure‑track basis. Positions are open at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels across all fields of economics.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, seminar‑style teaching to small‑class cohorts.
• Conduct world‑class research with global impact and publish in leading journals.
• Contribute to departmental service, curriculum development, and academic governance.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated excellence in research and a strong publication record (or clear potential for it).
• Commitment to innovative teaching and student engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary academic community.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent, tenure‑track appointment with a clear path to tenure.
• Competitive research support, grant‑writing assistance, and access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within SMU’s vibrant campus.
• Attractive benefits package in line with Singapore’s higher‑education standards.