Assistant Professor

Full Time Faculty, Assistant Professor in Philosophy, School of Social Sciences (SOSS)  

The School of Social Sciences, Singapore Management University, invites applications for a position at the Assistant Professor rank (education track). Candidates must have expertise and research interests in either moral philosophy, political philosophy, or social philosophy. Candidates must also be able to develop and teach an undergraduate course in environmental ethics and contribute to undergraduate teaching in introductory ethics and critical thinking. Having research interests in environmental ethics, the philosophy of sustainability, or philosophical issues related to climate change would also be an advantage. 

This position requires a doctorate in Philosophy and teaching experience at the tertiary level. We are seeking candidates with demonstrated excellent teaching ability, as well as a good scholarly research record. Education track faculty teach six course sections per academic year, which is approximately nine hours of teaching per week for each semester. Course sections are capped at no more than 48 students. In addition to teaching, education track faculty are also expected to engage in research and perform internal service activities such as curriculum design and review.   

Singapore Management University is a research university committed to a multidisciplinary and integrated curriculum. Salary and benefits, such as a housing allowance, and research support, are highly competitive.  

The application package must be submitted by November 9, 2025 electronically via Careers@SMU portal. Please include:  

1. A cover letter describing research and teaching interests and approaches, and outlining the candidate’s fit to the job specification. 
2. Up-to-date CV (including teaching experience and a list of three referees). 
3. Writing samples (maximum 2). 
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations or syllabi). 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews. All hires are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The successful candidates will be expected to start at Singapore Management University in either July 2026 or January 2027.   

Applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent directly to: The Dean’s Office, School of Social Sciences    

Further information about the University and the School can be found at https://socsc.smu.edu.sg/   

To apply, please click here.

For queries, please email Associate Professor Matthew Hammerton, Area Coordinator for Philosophy in the School of Social Sciences.