The National University of Singapore (NUS) is inviting applications for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions at the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies (NUS Nursing), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. These tenurable and tenure-track academic positions offer opportunities to contribute to nursing education, interdisciplinary research, and scholarly development. Applicants should hold a PhD in Nursing or a related discipline and demonstrate strong research achievements, teaching experience, and academic contributions.
Important Dates / Deadline
- Posted Date: October 27, 2026
- Standardized Application Deadline: November 17, 2026 (Set 15 calendar days after the current date because the vacancy announcement does not specify an application deadline.)
Organization
- Institution: National University of Singapore (NUS)
- School: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
- Department: Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies (NUS Nursing)
- Positions: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor
- Employee Category: Tenurable Faculty
- Job Requisition ID: 22128
Location / Study Destination
Singapore, Kent Ridge Campus, National University of Singapore.
Who Can Apply
Applications are open to qualified academics and researchers who meet the following criteria:
- Hold a PhD in Nursing or a related discipline from a reputable university.
- Demonstrate a strong record of research and scholarly activities, including publications in leading academic journals.
- Have exceptional teaching and learning experience at the tertiary education level.
- Demonstrate the ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing education.
- Possess knowledge of contemporary teaching and learning practices, evidence-based nursing practice, and research.
- Demonstrate research funding experience appropriate to the academic rank.
Relevant Academic Disciplines
Applicants with doctoral qualifications in the following disciplines may be considered:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Health Informatics
- Other related disciplines
Research Funding Requirements by Academic Rank
- Assistant Professor: Experience securing external research grants or funding is beneficial.
- Associate Professor: Experience securing external research grants or funding is required.
- Full Professor: Experience securing external research grants or funding is required.
Service to the international research community, such as serving as an editor or editorial board member of reputable academic journals, is advantageous.
Key Benefits / Salary / Funding
Successful candidates will have opportunities to:
- Academic Appointment: Join NUS Nursing as a tenurable-track Assistant Professor or a tenure/tenurable-track Associate Professor or Professor.
- Research Collaboration: Participate in interdisciplinary research with nursing educators, researchers, and healthcare practitioners.
- Academic Development: Contribute to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral education programs.
- Research Environment: Work within an academic environment supporting nursing research, educational innovation, and scholarly excellence.
- International Academic Engagement: Participate in research and educational activities within an internationally recognized nursing institution.
Institutional Recognition
NUS Nursing is ranked:
- 6th globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
- 1st in Asia in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
Main Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate the academic qualifications, research achievements, and teaching capabilities appropriate to their intended appointment level.
1. Academic Qualifications
- Possess a PhD in Nursing or a related discipline from a reputable university.
- Demonstrate expertise relevant to nursing education, healthcare, or interdisciplinary health research.
2. Research and Scholarly Achievements
- Maintain a strong record of scholarly research and academic publications.
- Demonstrate research contributions through publications in top-tier academic journals.
- Show experience securing external research grants or funding, as required for Associate Professor and Full Professor appointments.
- Contribute to the development of nursing knowledge and evidence-based healthcare practices.
3. Teaching and Educational Experience
- Demonstrate exceptional teaching and learning experience at the tertiary level.
- Contribute to team teaching in undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
- Apply contemporary approaches to teaching and learning.
- Support excellence in nursing education and academic development.
4. Professional and Academic Engagement
- Demonstrate awareness of current developments in nursing practice, education, and research.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary academic collaboration.
- Participate in scholarly activities that strengthen the nursing research community.
- International academic service, including editorial responsibilities in reputable journals, is advantageous.
Research Areas
NUS Nursing offers five research programs covering major areas of nursing, healthcare, and educational development.
1. Chronic Illness and Long-term Care
Research addressing chronic health conditions, long-term care, and related nursing and healthcare challenges.
2. Education Innovation
Research focused on innovation in nursing education, teaching, and learning.
3. Healthy Ageing and Community Care
Research related to healthy ageing, community-based healthcare, and nursing care.
4. Nursing Workforce
Research examining nursing workforce issues and related developments in healthcare.
5. Women and Children Health Care
Research addressing nursing and healthcare needs associated with women and children.
These programs provide opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and contributions to nursing research and healthcare advancement.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their application documents by email.
Application Email: nurleee@nus.edu.sg
Application Steps
- Prepare an updated curriculum vitae detailing academic qualifications, research achievements, and relevant professional experience.
- Include a complete list of academic publications in the curriculum vitae.
- Prepare a cover letter highlighting qualifications and teaching and research interests.
- Submit the curriculum vitae and cover letter to nurleee@nus.edu.sg.
- Reference Job Requisition ID 22128 to identify the position.
Documents Needed
1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications.
2. Cover Letter
The cover letter should highlight:
- Academic and professional qualifications.
- Teaching interests.
- Research interests.
Important Notes
- Applications are invited for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor positions.
- Assistant Professor appointments are offered on a tenurable track.
- Associate Professor and Professor appointments are offered on a tenure or tenurable track.
- External research funding experience is beneficial for Assistant Professor applicants and required for Associate Professor and Full Professor applicants.
- Experience serving the international research community, including editorial responsibilities at reputable academic journals, is advantageous.
- Successful candidates will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing education and research.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
- Job Requisition ID: 22128