Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Professor) inCritical AI

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Description

The

Department of Communications and New Media at the National

University of Singapore invites applications for a tenure-track

position at the Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Professor)

rank in critical AI. We are looking for outstanding candidates who

take critical and cultural approaches to the study of artificial

intelligence, in relation to technology and culture. Areas of

specialization may include (but are not limited

to) :

• AI and algorithmic culture

Database, models, and representation

and sustainability

development

culture

security

Successful talented young career

candidates with excellent research track records will be considered

for the National University of Singapore Presidential Young

Professorship (NUS PYP) scheme, which includes a start-up research

grant up to SGD 750,000, scholarships to hire PhD students, and an

award of SGD 250,000 in white space funding for innovative

projects.

The National University of Singapore

(NUS) is a leading research-intensive university that is

consistently ranked among the world's top universities.

Remuneration is competitive and includes medical, housing,

relocation and other benefits. Significant research start-up

funding is available.

Singapore is a modern,

English-speaking city state that is connected to the world via

global commerce, finance and transport networks with a stable

climate year round and a cosmopolitan mix of cultures and

languages

To ensure full consideration,

applications must be received by 15 October 2025

(Singapore Time 11 : 59PM) . Only shortlisted

candidates will be notified. The application package should be in

electronic

form.

Qualifications

The

position requires a doctorate in Communication, Cultural Studies,

Science and Technology Studies (STS) or a closely related

discipline (e.g. Sociology or Anthropology) by date of appointment.

Candidates will also need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and

research

How to Apply (Closing Date : 15

October 2025)

Interested applicants

are invited to apply directly through our NUS Career Portal.

Application dossiers should include :

A brief cover letter explaining why the position at NUS

is of interest and discussing the ambition of your research

programme

A comprehensive CV with a complete

list of publications, awards, grants, and courses taught

A research statement with a three-year research

plan

Two signature publications with the

applicant as the lead author

A list of six

references (names, contact details, and the applicant's

relationship to them) should be provided. These references must

include the applicant's PhD or post-doctoral advisor / supervisor.

Shortlisted candidates must arrange for the letters of reference to

be submitted prior to the campus visits. If the applicant is two or

more years post-PhD, the referees should not be limited to

supervisors. Referees should compare the applicant's research

performance to individuals at equivalent and top institutions or

programmes.

We regret that only

shortlisted candidates will be notified. For any questions, please

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