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Visiting Associate Professor

Full-time
NTU Main Campus, Singaporevia Ntu CareersPosted Aug 14, 2026
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About this role

Visiting Associate Professor Position in Nanophotonics

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 Division of Physics and Applied Physics (PAP) at NTU invites applications for positions at the rank of Visiting Associate Professor in Photonics. We are looking for candidates holding a Ph.D. degree in physics, photonics, optoelectronics or a closely related area.

The Visiting Associate Professor will collaborate with PAP colleagues to work in the area of quantum and topological photonic metamaterials and metasurfaces, time-crystal photonics, and nanoimaging. He/she will get involved in collaborative externally projects with PAP colleagues, as well as explore collaborations with colleagues from other Schools within NTU, with the aim of deepening institutional links between NTU and the candidate’s institution.

The candidate should have more than 10 years of experience in cutting edge

research in nanophotonics materials and devices, and deep knowledge in the

latest research directions in metamaterials and metasurfaces. He/she should also be an expert in nanofabrication and nano-optics characterization techniques.

He/she should have demonstrated an ability to obtain external grants, plus

regularly publish in top-tier journals such as the Nature and Science family of

journals.

Enquiries about the position can be addressed to Professor LEW Wen Siang.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications and

materials submitted will be held in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Emoluments and General Terms & Conditions of Service

The commencing salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience and the level of appointment offered. Information on emoluments and general terms and conditions of service is available in the section on Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Appointments.

Application Procedure

To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment at: Open www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/career/submit-an-

application/Pages/Faculty-Positions.aspx and send your application package

and any enquiries to PAPrecruit@ntu.edu.sg.

All applications and materials submitted will be held in strict confidence

Hiring Institution: NTU

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