Assistant Professor in English (Drama and/or Theatre)

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore)
Date Posted: 03/04/2025
Application Deadline: 02/06/2025

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a young, research-driven institution ranked among the top universities globally. The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU seeks to foster academic excellence and promote interdisciplinary teaching and research. The school aims to equip students with up-to-date knowledge, critical thinking, research, and communication skills to realize their potential and contribute meaningfully to Singapore and beyond.

The Department of English is ranked among the top 30 globally and offers a major and minor in English, as well as graduate programs at the master’s and Ph.D. levels, a second major in Theatre and Dramatic Arts, and a minor in Creative Writing. Our dedicated and experienced faculty members have a broad range of research and teaching expertise, including a specialization in modern and contemporary literature. The department encourages innovative thinking, free expression, and lively debates, fostering a diverse range of approaches to literary studies in a spirit of intellectual discovery.

We offer a dynamic environment conducive to innovation and creative exploration in theatre and dramatic arts, enhanced by our state-of-the-art “black box” theatre for experimental and performance-based work, along with opportunities for collaboration with guest artists and theatre companies. Our innovative second major in Theatre and Dramatic Arts provides students with an in-depth understanding of the history, theory, and practice of theatre while fostering critical and creative engagement with literary and dramatic performance.

Position: Assistant Professor in English (Drama and/or Theatre)

The School of Humanities seeks to fill an Assistant Professor position leading to tenure, specializing in Drama and/or Theatre. Applicants must have prior teaching experience.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in English, Theatre, Dramatic Arts, or related disciplines.

• A strong record or significant potential in research, with a commitment to teaching and academic service.

• Selection will be based on evidence of high-level research potential and effective teaching.

Compensation:

• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• The University offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Application Procedure:

• The application deadline is June 1, 2025.

• The position is open until filled.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Applicants are invited to submit their application (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, teaching evaluations, and the names and contact details of at least three referees) via the NTU career portal: NTU Career Portal

Inquiries:

• Chair, Search Committee for English

• Email: english-search@ntu.edu.sg