Exciting Career Opportunity: Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture at NUS

The National University of Singapore (NUS) is inviting applications for up to four Tenure Track positions in Landscape Architecture within the esteemed Department of Architecture. This is a fantastic opportunity for academics passionate about landscape design and environmental sustainability to join a highly ranked department.

Position Overview

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture

Location: Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore
Application Open Date: October 16, 2024

About the Department

The Department of Architecture at NUS is recognized among the top 10 globally and is the best in Asia for Architecture/Built Environment, according to the QS World University Rankings (2023). The department offers a professionally accredited Master of Architecture program, along with a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in urban planning, design, landscape architecture, and conservation.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will engage in:

• Research and Design: Conducting research in areas such as geospatial analysis, urbanism, ecology, and landscape engineering.
• Teaching: Contributing to landscape design studios for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as core modules related to ecological systems, landscape policy, and materials engineering.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Developing research that addresses pressing environmental, urban, and social challenges in Asia.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Research Engagement: Active involvement in landscape architectural research and design.
• Interdisciplinary Interests: A focus on interdisciplinary research that tackles environmental and social issues.
• Teaching Experience: Experience in landscape design studios and relevant core modules.
• Professional Practice: Preferred experience in professional practice or membership in relevant professional bodies.

Candidates with a strong research profile and international standing may be considered for tenured faculty positions.

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following documents in PDF format:

1. A letter of interest specifying the position.
2. A complete Curriculum Vitae.
3. A Statement of Teaching (maximum two pages) along with a sample syllabus.
4. A Statement of Research (maximum three pages) outlining a short research plan for the next three to five years, including significant publications or creative work.
5. Names and contact details of four referees (only contacted if shortlisted).
6. A Portfolio of Creative Works (optional).

Applications will remain open until the positions are filled, so early submission is encouraged.