SMU Presidential Early Career Professorship (SMU-PEP)

SMU Presidential Early Career Professor

JOIN SMU AS A PRESIDENTIAL EARLY CAREER PROFESSOR

Embark on a journey of academic excellence and impact

The SMU Presidential Early Career Professorship

SMU invites outstanding early career academics to join us as tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professors under our new Presidential Early Career Professorship (SMU-PEP) scheme.

We welcome applicants whose research aligns with SMU’s strategic priorities in Digital Transformation, Sustainable Living, and Growth in Asia, and especially encourage scholars addressing challenges in ageing societies, sustainable cities, and resilient workforces. Exceptional candidates in other fields are also invited to apply.

WHAT DOES IT OFFER?

  • A named professorship title i.e., Presidential Assistant Professor or Presidential Associate Professor
  • A tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
  • A generous sign-on bonus and start-up research grant for use over four years
  • Opportunity to hold a secondary ‘courtesy’ appointment
  • Guaranteed PhD studentships in the STEM disciplines
  • Networking opportunities to expand your professional network
  • Mentorship and support in research, teaching, and career development
  • Comprehensive benefits, including conference funding, relocation support, housing allowance, child schooling support, medical coverage and other benefits.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

  • Candidates should have earned a PhD (or equivalent) within the past 6 years (or are awaiting formal graduation), with an excellent research track record and demonstrated potential for impactful, interdisciplinary contributions.
  • Excellent track-record of research achievements, especially in interdisciplinary research, and demonstrable potential to make significant future contributions of high impact.  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are invited to submit a complete application, including:

  • a cover letter outlining their teaching experience, research interests, and key achievements,
  • a curriculum vitae, and
  • samples of their research.

Applications must be submitted via SMU’s online portal by 10 October 2025. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and the next steps in the selection process.

If you have any questions about the SMU Presidential Early Career Professorship, please write to: PEP_support@smu.edu.sg. 

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