Overview

The Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore is committed to discovery and innovation in sciences and science education. Comprising faculty from both science content and pedagogical disciplines, we adopt an inter-disciplinary approach to teaching and research. Research by biologists, chemists and physicists in NSSE is centered on many areas of current cutting-edge science, both basic and applied. Our science education researchers focus mainly on maximizing the potential of every child through research on students' learning approaches and problem-solving skills, and work with teachers to develop models of creative teaching and new approaches to learning. Faculty members receive research support through internal and external grants, as well as access to world-class research facilities.

The NSSE invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor up to Associate Professor (with tenure) position in Physics. The position is available from January 2025 onwards.

Requirements

• A basic degree in Physics or Science and Engineering related subject and a PhD in Physics
• Be able to teach undergraduate and postgraduate Physics courses in English
• Good track record of publication in top-tier, peer-reviewed international journals and/or highly cited publications
• Post-doctoral research experience and prior teaching experience at undergraduate/graduate level are desirable for Assistant Professor position and are must for Associate Professor position.

Additional points for consideration:

• Teaching qualifications, teaching experience in schools, familiarity with the Singapore education system and curriculum
• Post-doctoral research experience for Assistant Professor
• Leadership and administrative experience for Associate Professor
• Prior experience in conducting professional development courses for teachers
• Teaching and conducting research in multilingual and multicultural environments
• Ability to contribute to teaching of advanced courses in molecular physics, spectroscopy, medical physics, clean energy and nuclear physics, optics, and photonics.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing, teaching, and grading undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Physics
• They will also be supervising students in physics projects (BSc, MSc and PhD), practicum attachments and course assignments
• They will also be expected to publish in top-tier, peer-reviewed international education journals and offer in service courses, consultancy and professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education, and other public education-related organizations upon request.

Successful candidates will be assigned a teaching and research mentor. The current areas of physics research are molecular physics, plasma physics, quantum physics, lasers and optics, nuclear physics, spintronics, materials science and physics education. However, candidates are encouraged to develop new research programs and courses in areas of their interest.

The NSSE is an innovative global leader in research and education in science and technology, and the successful candidate will be expected to embody the core values of academic staff: passion, integrity, and commitment.

Application

Interested candidates should submit a detailed curriculum vitae, including areas of research interest, a list of publications, grants and awards and the names and contact information of at least three referees.

We strongly recommend that you complete the following documents found on NIE website as part of your application.

Closing Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Other Information

For enquiries, interested applicants may write to Ms Rebecca Ho, at yenyen.ho@nie.edu.sg.

Note to applicants

Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).

Hiring Institution: NIE