SEA Junction

Post-Doctoral Fellow/Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow (3 year-contract, renewable)
2023-03-16 - 2023-08-01
The Centre on Asia and Globalisation (CAG), at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, invites applications for TWO Research Fellowships in the fields of:

International Relations, with a focus on Southeast Asia
International Politics of Technology

The Lee Kuan Yew School is a leading school of public policy with an international faculty and student body. CAG was established in 2006 to provide accurate, independent, and high-quality analysis on issues of regional and global significance for academia, decision-makers, commentators, and the general public. Its current research agenda focuses on the prospects of regional and global order; the future of economic globalisation/de-globalisation and their impact on Asia; the alignment postures of Southeast Asia in an era of superpower competition; and the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on international politics (https://lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag).
Description
The candidate will conduct independent, in-depth, and publishable research on issues in his/her expertise and contribute to the Centre’s agenda on:

The international relations of Southeast Asia OR
The international politics of technology, including but not limited to the geopolitics of technological competition, techno-nationalism, and the strategic implications of emerging technology. The preferred regional area of focus is Asia (Northeast, Southeast Asia, and South Asia).

S/he is expected to initiate and organize research projects, workshops, conferences, and other research events. S/he should be able to reach out to publishers and actively engage with academia, policy practitioners, and media and business leaders, as well as apply for external grants. In addition, s/he is expected to play a role in coordinating with other researchers and contribute to the broader intellectual life of the centre.
Requirements

A Ph.D. degree in the social sciences with preference for Political Science/International Relations

Expertise in the International Relations of Asia with a focus on Southeast Asia OR
Expertise in the political economy, geopolitical, or security aspects of technology

An ability to engage with policy and research communities in Singapore, Asia, and around the world
A strong and demonstrated sense of academic independence and collegiality
A willingness to engage in interdisciplinary interactions at the School

Benefits

Internationally competitive salary, 3-year renewable contract
Housing benefit, travel assistance, and transit accommodation, subject to NUS eligibility criteria
Highly collegial working environment with an internationally diverse group of scholars
Excellent research support provided by CAG, the LKY School and the University

Application Procedure
Applicants should submit the following in electronic form (MS Word or PDF file):

Cover letter, with a brief statement of research expertise and its relevance to CAG’s existing research interests
Detailed curriculum vitae
Copies of Academic certificates and transcripts
wo samples of academic publications
Three letters of reference (mail to cag@nus.edu.sg)
Joining date: August 1, 2023 (preferred, but negotiable)
Application deadline: Open until filled

Please send electronic submissions to Ms. Serene Teang (cag@nus.edu.sg)
You can read detail information here
