24 faculty liberal arts sociology jobs found in Singapore

Full time R00005447 The Centre for Healthy and Sustainable Cities (CHESS) in Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (http://www.wkwsci.ntu.edu.sg) invites interested candidates to apply for a Research Associate position. The position will support a SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) funded project to identify i) skillsets needed by current and future seniors to stay employable in the Retail Sector in the post Covid era; ii) barriers to learning and training (to support skilling/reskilling/upskilling) among current and future seniors, including barriers caused by COVID-19. Job Responsibilities Conduct secondary data analysis from multiple sources on identifying skill gaps Prepare literature review on skills transfer, reskilling, upskilling, and lifelong learning Contribute to research presentation, and writing of academic papers, grant proposals, management and technical reports Job Requirements Master Degree from recognized University in...

Part time R00006004 The School of Social Sciences, Sociology Programme is looking for Part-time Lecturers (PTL) who will be responsible for conducting tutorials and assessments for a course. We invite applications for part-time lecturers to conduct tutorials in Sociology courses in, but not limited to, the following areas: Deviance and Society Person and Society Population and Society Statistics Key Responsibilities: Attend all lectures. Conduct tutorials and assessments for a course. Grading of Course Assessment/Exam Scripts. Invigilation for final examination. Work closely with the Course Coordinator and handle students’ queries on course related matter. Qualification: At least a Master Degree. At least 2-3 years teaching experience at a tertiary level with excellent teaching evaluation. Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents are preferred. To apply Applicants are invited to submit their...

Full time R00010393 Economics Programme at School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is currently looking for a talented and highly motivated (postdoctoral) Research Fellow specializes in one of the following research fields of economics - Microeconomics Theory (or Applied Theory)/Macroeconomics (applied theory or empirical). Job Responsibilities Conduct research in the fields above Support Economics faculty members on research grant applications Publish papers in high quality journals Organize research seminars, workshops and conferences under Economics faculty’s supervision, and host speakers Assist economics faculty on supervising graduate and undergraduate students in specified fields Job Requirements Should be in possession of a PhD, preferably in economics or a related discipline within 2 years after obtaining PhD degree Good publication track record indicated by first author or lead author...

Full time R00011435 Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in both the Asian School of the Environment (ASE) and the School of Social Sciences (SSS) in the area of Environment and Society, particularly those specialising in sustainability or environmental policy, regulation, law or economics. ASE (https://www.ntu.edu.sg/ase) is an interdisciplinary school at NTU that uses Earth and environmental science, engineering, technology and the social sciences to address Earth’s key environmental challenges. Many ASE researchers work closely with the Earth Observatory of Singapore (https://earthobservatory.sg/). SSS (https://www.ntu.edu.sg/sss) is home to research and education in the social sciences. SSS offers four subject majors at the undergraduate level; Economics, Psychology, Public Policy and Global Affairs, and Sociology. Environment and sustainability is one of SSS’ key research clusters. ASE and...

Full time R00013108 Sociology School of Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. The School of Social Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate degree programmes in a range of disciplines and actively promotes interdisciplinary learning and research. Assistant Professor in Sociology (Health and Society) The School of Social Sciences at NTU Singapore invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Sociology. We are looking for candidates in the field of health and society with a strong background in quantitative methods. The successful candidate will be based in the Sociology Programme, where research and teaching are innovative and international in scope, with an emphasis on Asian societies. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Sociology or a related social science discipline at the time of...

Date:  21-Feb-2023 Location:  LKYSPP, Bukit Timah Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy research think-tank in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. IPS is looking to hire two Research Assistants for the Society & Culture Department. The Research Assistants will be working in a research team that contributes to the Institute’s research programmes. The department’s workstreams include digital inclusion in various domains (e.g., work and integration) and media policy, impact of new technologies on governance, the future of work and career mobility, and the design of and impact of community engagement. The job scope includes: Assisting with the administration and management of research projects, including recruiting and managing participants Conducting secondary research (e.g., literature...

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time R00010114 The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is seeking a Research Associate to become part of a research team working on the research project: “A Multi-Methods Approach to Investigate Factors Shaping Public Acceptance of Cultured Meat in Singapore,” funded by the Ministry of Education Academic Research Fund Tier 1 Grant. The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is a world-class full-fledged communication school in Singapore, with an international faculty and state-of-the-art research centers. More information can be found here: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/wkwsci Job Responsibilities Engage in literature search and research idea development Engage in the conceptualization and design of survey and experiment Conduct data analysis with survey and experimental data Engage in paper writing, publication, and presentation Write progress report and final...

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time R00010119 The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a Research Assistant to make an important contribution to a project on public opinion and communication towards science, environmental, and health issues, funded by NTU. Job Responsibilities Engage in conducting literature searches and manuscript preparation Engage in survey and experiment conceptualization and design Conduct statistical analyses with survey and experimental data Conduct qualitative data analyses Contribute in research publications and presentations Write progress report and final research report Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator Carry out administrative work associated with the program of research as necessary Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in communication, psychology,...

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time R00011108 The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a Research Fellow to join the research project “ATTAIN*SG: Achieving public TrusT in AI in autoNomous vehicles in SinGapore”. ATTAIN*SG is an interdisciplinary, multi-pronged, and multi-stakeholder investigation of factors motivating and hindering the achievement of public trust in artificial intelligence governance in autonomous vehicles in Singapore. This includes analysis of policies in place, how they can be improved, how they are communicated to the public, and the role of policy, governance, communication, and other factors in achieving public trust. Working closely with the Lead PI (Prof Shirley Ho: https://blogs.ntu.edu.sg/shirleysho/) and the rest of the team, the Research Fellow is expected to undertake the conceptualization, organization, and implementation of the project. Specifically, the Research Fellow will be...

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time R00011109 The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information is looking for a Research Assistant to join the research project, titled “ATTAIN*SG: Achieving public TrusT in AI in autoNomous vehicles in SinGapore” The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information is a world-class full-fledged communication school in Singapore, with an international faculty and state-of-the-art research centers. We provide a wide range of opportunities for self-conducted, mentored, and collaborative research in a vibrant and supportive environment. More information can be found here: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/wkwsci Job Responsibilities Conduct literature search Assist in development and conceptualization of focus group interview and survey Assist in data analysis of interview and survey data Contribute to research publications and presentations Assist in writing progress report and final research report Engage...

Date:  07-Feb-2023 Location:  ARTS & SOC SC, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description We are seeking enthusiastic and capable full-time Research Associate and/or Research Assistant for the above project at the Centre for Family and Population Research (CFPR), Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore. CFPR is dedicated to scientific advancement of research and training in the study of trends, determinants, and consequences of family and population changes, particularly changes in Asia. Background on the project The global trend of increasing proportion of older adult population who never had a child in their lives is historically unprecedented and has raised grave concerns around the world about challenges in old-age support. A key feature of this study is to compare childless aging in Singapore and Thailand – two of Southeast Asia’s most aged...

Date:  07-Feb-2023 Location:  ARTS & SOC SC, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description We are seeking enthusiastic and capable full-time Research Associate and/or Research Assistant for the above project at the Centre for Family and Population Research (CFPR), Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore. CFPR is dedicated to scientific advancement of research and training in the study of trends, determinants, and consequences of family and population changes, particularly changes in Asia. Background on the project The global trend of increasing proportion of older adult population who never had a child in their lives is historically unprecedented and has raised grave concerns around the world about challenges in old-age support. A key feature of this study is to compare childless aging in Singapore and Thailand – two of Southeast Asia’s most aged...

Date:  17-Jan-2023 Location:  ARTS & SOC SC, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Teaching Assistant, Full-time (Sociology, NUS) The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is presently looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant, Full-time, to conduct undergraduate tutorial classes for AY2023 (August 2023 – June 2024). The successful candidate should preferably be well-versed in Singapore society and history. Job duties include: Attending lectures, conducting tutorials, marking of assignments and examination scripts. Assisting in consultation, answering students’ queries and grading CAs. Administrative duties such as marks checking and entry, registration of exchange students for tutorials. Any other teaching-related duties as required by the department We regret that only successful candidates will be notified. For further enquiries, please email: socjob@nus.edu.sg...

Date:  17-Mar-2023 Location:  ARTS & SOC SC, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description The South Asian Studies Programme, or SASP, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, at the National University of Singapore is seeking to fill an educator track faculty position. The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach a range of modules on South Asia, including interdisciplinary modules. Topics could include history, religion, society, popular culture/art, language    and/or literature pertaining to South Asia.  For a sample of modules taught in the South Asian Studies Programme, please visit the following website:  https://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/sas/study/undergraduate/undergraduate_modules.html Supervise Doctoral and Masters students and  Independent Study Modules . Participate in curriculum design and development, and promote best practices in education. ...

Full time R00008925 Psychology School of Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked 12th globally. It is also placed 1st among the world’s best young universities. The School of Social Sciences (SSS) offers undergraduate and graduate degree programmes in a full range of disciplines and actively promotes interdisciplinary learning and research. Tenure-Track Assistant Professors in Psychology The School of Social Sciences at NTU invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorships in Psychology. Psychology is one of four major programmes in SSS, alongside Economics, Sociology and Public Policy and Global Affairs. The Programme attracts excellent students to its BSocSci, MA, and PhD degree programmes, and provides General Elective Courses for the entire University community. The Psychology programme is young, dynamic and...

Full time R00013084 Research Fellow / Associate Research Fellow / Senior Analyst / Research Analyst (Future Issues & Technology) The S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) , a Graduate School of Nanyang Technological University (NTU), is a leading research-intensive and teaching institution in strategic and international affairs and policy-oriented think tank in the Asia-Pacific region. RSIS invites applications for the position of Research Fellow / Associate Research Fellow / Senior Analyst / Research Analyst in the Future Issues and Technology (FIT) programme. The successful applicant is expected to contribute significantly to the research agenda of FIT. Areas of focus could include emerging issues where national security, science and technology intersect, and national security’s evolving relationship with science and technology. RSIS would especially welcome candidates with experience (from academia, think tanks, industry or government) in...

Date:  05-Mar-2023 Location:  LKYSPP, Bukit Timah Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description About the job The Research Fellow will be a core member of the Institute for Environment and Sustainability’s research team. Research tasks include working on the Center for Water Policy’s cutting-edge work on urban water policy and governance, as well as our burgeoning Center on Climate and Energy. The candidate will lead policy-relevant research projects, take responsibility for project and grant management, and contribute to stakeholder liaison and outreach of the Institute. We are especially looking for candidates who hold a high level of policy research competence in Applied Economics, Public Policy, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Science or in a related field. In particular, candidates should have demonstrable interest, work, and/or research experience on the policy and governance...

Full time R00009044 Public Policy and Global Affairs School of Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore The School of Social Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate degree programmes in a full range of disciplines and actively promotes interdisciplinary learning and research. Open Rank Faculty Position (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor) in Public Policy and Global Affairs The School of Social Sciences at NTU Singapore invites applications for an Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor position in Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA). The Public Policy and Global Affairs Programme is one of the four major programmes in the School of Social Sciences, together with Sociology, Psychology, and Economics. We attract excellent students to our BSocSci and PhD degree programmes and provide them with interdisciplinary training, as well as practical knowledge and skill sets necessary to dissect and...

Date:  03-Feb-2023 Location:  ARTS & SOC SC, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company:  National University of Singapore Job Description The National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on a new initiative: Health District @ Queenstown.  What is Health District @ Queenstown? According to the United Nations, population ageing is poised to be one of the most significant social transformations of the twenty-first century. Most countries, however, are ill-prepared to meet needs and seize opportunities for longer lives; Singapore is no exception.  The National University of Singapore (NUS), National University Healthcare System (NUHS), and the Housing and Development Board (HDB) launched the Health District @ Queenstown to pilot a multi-stakeholder, location-based intervention programme to help Singapore residents stay healthy, strong, resilient and productive. Working closely with...

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time R00011100 The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) at Nanyang Technological University and CNRS@CREATE is jointly looking for a Research Associate (RA) to join the Shaping Public Adaptive Capacity for Environmental Infectious Diseases (SPACE) Project. This project aims to develop a research protocol for infectious disease prediction and prevention in Singapore. Established in 1992, the WKWSCI is the only full-fledged communication school in Singapore and is a world-class centre of excellence with an international faculty, state-of-the-art research laboratories, and global institutional affiliations . CNRS@CREATE, the first overseas subsidiary of the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), acts as a programme operator to build and conduct large interdisciplinary research programs. It is a trans-continental hub for research with unique opportunities for high quality faculties, researchers, and...