The Humanities and Social Studies Education (HSSE) Department at NIE/NTU combines the expertise of scholars and experienced education specialists in history, geography and social studies to deliver impactful research and teacher education programmes. We offer an extensive range of courses focused on both classroom pedagogy and disciplinary content relevant to history, geography, and social studies educators, curriculum specialists, undergraduate teaching scholars and higher degree students. HSSE scholarship in educational practice ─ as well as in the disciplines of history, geography, and social studies ─ is relevant to a range of 21st Century issues fundamental to the preparation of professionals interested in teaching careers, school leadership and educational specialisations. HSSE also has several collaborative projects focused on sustainability and disciplinary thinking that focus on innovations designed to lead practice and guide change in education.
HSSE Department intends to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Social Studies Education, with an interest in Asia and comparative approaches, focusing on any of the following:
Social Studies Pedagogy
Citizenship Studies
Multiculturalism
Inquiry-Based Learning
This position will provide the suitable applicant with opportunity to teach social studies education and conduct research in his / her area of specialization at the world’s #15-ranked university (QS World University Rankings 2025). In addition, there will be unique opportunities to work with academic geographers, historians and educational research scientists and explore social studies education research in primary and secondary school contexts through collaborative research projects.
Requirements
Successful candidates must have minimally:
A doctorate in Social Studies, Social Studies Education, Education or a related field from an internationally acclaimed institution at the time of appointment
Specialization in any of the following areas with an interest in Asia and in comparative approaches: social studies pedagogy, citizenship studies, multiculturalism, inquiry-based learning, or a related field
Evidence of outstanding teaching
Evidence of research in the area(s) of specialization
A strong commitment to and aptitude for teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels
Familiarity with the Singapore Social Studies curriculum and the Singapore education system would be highly advantageous
Excellent interpersonal, communication and technology skills and dedication to academic teaching excellence and collegiality
In addition, candidates seeking appointment at the rank of Senior Lecturer should demonstrate
Leadership in curriculum development at a programmatic level
Leadership in teaching innovations
Leadership in research in the area(s) of specialization
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
Teach Social Studies Education courses in HSSE’s initial teacher preparation and graduate programmes, including supervision of student teachers in their teaching practice in school and supervision of graduate research and coursework students
Conceptualize and implement strategies for professional development in Social Studies Education for in-service teachers in Singapore
Develop sustainable and innovative pedagogies in the area of Social Studies Education
Develop research in the area(s) of specialization including applying for grants and publishing in reputable journals or other outlets in the field of Social Studies Education
Establish professional connections with local and international researchers and practitioners in Social Studies Education
Share expertise with NIE colleagues through various platforms
Assist in administrative work in the Department and in NIE
Application
Interested applicants are to provide, in your application, the following documents :
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Teaching statement
Teaching evaluation, if applicable
Research statement
Writing samples
Names and contact details of at least three (3) referees for appointments
Closing Date
This position will remain open until filled.
Other Information
More information on HSSE can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-departments/humanities-and-social-studies-education
For enquiries, interested applicants may write to Associate Professor Ivy Maria Lim, Head of HSSE at ivy.lim@nie.edu.sg.
Note to applicants
We regret that only successful candidates will be notified (via email).
Hiring Institution: NIE