Yong Pung How School of Law

Academic Appointment (Research)

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (RESEARCH)

The Singapore Management University (SMU) Yong Pung How School of Law invites scholars to apply for Assistant Professors on the Research-Track to begin in January or July 2024. 

A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU's mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative, and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU's education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and project-based approach to learning.   

The Yong Pung How School of Law is among SMU's six schools and offers LL.B., J.D., LL.M. and PhD degrees.  Located in Singapore's Central Business District, SMU Yong Pung How School of Law has forged strong cooperation with leading law firms, leading businesses and technology companies.  Its academic research focuses on cutting-edge issues of transnational commercial law in Asia, law and technology, and dispute settlement.  The School if also building its research capacity in the field of sustainability and the law. SMU faculty members have diverse experiences in multiple jurisdictions and have published widely in leading international journals.  

Job Descriptions
Assistant Professors on the Research Track will focus on producing applied research in their fields, with an opportunity to contribute to teaching related undergraduate or postgraduate courses.

They will also be involved in projects or events organised by the Yong Pung How School of Law and the Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA).

Qualifications
Assistant Professors: Entry-level positions for junior academics. The contract is for a one-year period, with a possibility of extension depending on the availability of funding.

Candidates for assistant professors must possess 1) post-graduate degrees in law from reputable universities. Holders of graduate degrees in other disciplines or current lecturers/assistant professors in other jurisdictions will be considered if they possess outstanding publication records. 2) Applicants should also have three substantive publications (published or accepted for publication), preferably in leading international academic journals. Work experiences in appellate courts, international organizations, law firms or technology companies are preferred.

As the role is funded by the Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA) at SMU Yong Pung How School of Law, applicants should be equipped with proven research and/or relevant industry experience in relation to international dispute resolution / settlement, including international mediation, litigation and/or arbitration.   

Compensation 
SMU offers a highly competitive salary in addition to medical and other benefits. Professors at all ranks are also eligible for travel and research funding.

Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit the following information to lawcv@smu.edu.sg

  1. cover letter;
  2. detailed CV including publications;
  3. soft copies of 3 recent representative publications;
  4. 3-5 page description of research and teaching interests; and
  5. list of 3 referees with full contact

Applicants are advised to refer to the SMU Yong Pung How School of Law Research Report. 

Application deadline: 22 September 2023

The start date may depend on Singapore's border measures and the COVID-19 situation.  Applicants are reviewed (and may be interviewed) on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged.  

Other questions can be directed to Professor Nadja Alexander (Director, SIDRA) at nadjaa@smu.edu.sg or Associate Professor Darius Chan (Deputy Director, SIDRA) at dariuschan@smu.edu.sg (Please quote reference number in all correspondences: YPHSL-SIDRA-2023).

SMU Yong Pung How School of Law is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment; women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

For more information on Recruitment in SMU, please visit the Careers@SMU website at: https://careers.smu.edu.sg/