Visiting Research Professor (EWBCLB)

Job Description and Requirements

The EW Barker Centre for Law & Business (EWBCLB) at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore, was launched on 29 May 2017 at the NUS Bukit Timah Campus by Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. It seeks to enhance and promote research and educational opportunities for faculty, students, legal practitioners and business executives who share a common interest in the fields of Law, Business and Economics. These opportunities will be encouraged through the Centre's work and sponsorship of seminars, conferences and research endeavours.

The EW Barker Centre for Law & Business will also engage in appropriate research projects commissioned by industry from time to time. Its vision is to be the leading law centre in Asia in the field of Law and Business, and one of the leading research institutions in this field globally. EWBCLB’s continuing achievements include a highly-regarded Working Paper Series (WPS), available at https://law.nus.edu.sg/ewbclb/publications/.

The Director of EWBCLB is Professor Tjio Hans, CJ Koh Professor, and the Deputy Director is Associate Professor Tan Zhong Xing. EWBCLB is inviting applications from legal professionals and academic faculty in the fields of Law, Business and Economics to conduct research and to participate in the work of the Centre for a temporary period of one to two months, with possible extension of up to six months. Suitable applicant will, depending on qualifications, background and expertise, be appointed to the position of Visiting Research Professor in EWBCLB.

The successful applicant will join EWBCLB’s existing full–time and Adjunct research staff (see https://law.nus.edu.sg/ewbclb/personnel/).

Benefits

The position(s) will carry the following benefits:

1. A remuneration package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

2. Allocation of designated workspace within EWBCLB.

Duties

The duties associated with the position(s) are as follows:

1. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct their own research.

2. The successful applicant may be expected to complete work on at least ONE major refereed article (for publication in a leading English-language law review) AND at least ONE working paper for EWBCLB’s online Working Paper series acknowledging their affiliation to EWBCLB on publication.

3. The successful applicant may, in consultation with the Director of EWBCLB, offer one CLE (Continuing Legal Education) or CPD (Continuing Professional Development) seminar to the practicing profession in Singapore.

Requirements

The selection committee will consider the following criteria in making an appointment for the position of Visiting Research Professor in EWBCLB:

1. For appointment as a Visiting Research Professor, a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) and post–doctoral experience are essential, as is demonstrated capability to achieve research excellence.

2. The candidate will be of exceptional calibre.

3. The principal selection criterion will be the applicant’s potential for excellence in research and a demonstrated ability and passion in assisting in the ongoing development of EWBCLB. The applicant should therefore submit a proposed research plan for consideration. The selection committee will consider the alignment of the proposed research with EWBCLB’s research strengths and priorities.

Application procedure

Interested applicants are invited to apply and submit their applications. These must comprise:

Covering letter This should explain the reason for your interest in the position and address your ability to perform the duties listed above.

Curriculum Vitae A detailed curriculum vita should be submitted containing complete and detailed information on academic institutions, honours, awards, all publications to date, and all professional experience (current and previous, including dates of employment and job descriptions).

Research Proposal

A one- page description of intended research project should also be submitted in the application.

Closing Date

The closing date for the receipt of applications and references is 03 July 2026. Late applications cannot be considered.Shortlisting and Interview

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted concerning the status of their application.