37.1218, Jobs: Chinese, English; Applied Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics, Text/Corpus Linguistics, Translation: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Chinese-English Translation/Linguistics, Chinese Programme, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

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Subject: 37.1218, Jobs: Chinese, English; Applied Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics, Text/Corpus Linguistics, Translation: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Chinese-English Translation/Linguistics, Chinese Programme, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

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Date: 25-Mar-2026
From: Noor Juita Binte Mohd Noh [noorjuita.mn at ntu.edu.sg]
Subject: Chinese, English; Applied Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics, Text/Corpus Linguistics, Translation: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Chinese-English Translation/Linguistics, Chinese Programme, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore


Job Location: Singapore
Job Title: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Chinese-English
Translation/Linguistics, Chinese Programme
Job Rank: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Ling & Literature;
Sociolinguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Translation

Specialty Language(s): Chinese (zho)
                       English (eng)

Description:
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Chinese-English
Translation/Linguistics, Chinese Programme
School of Humanities:
College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU
Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. Agile, bold,
and inventive, NTU Singapore shapes the future by combining technology
and human creativity to tackle the toughest challenges facing society
today.
The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to
disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation, with
particular strengths in Digital, Health, and Environmental Humanities,
and the study of Global Asia. SoH is part of the College of
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CoHASS), which aims to be Asia’s
leading centre for innovative, interdisciplinary Humanities, Arts and
Social Science research and practice.
The Position:
The Chinese Programme in the School of Humanities at Nanyang
Technological University invites applications for an Open Rank
position in Chinese-English Translation and/or Chinese Linguistics,
with preference for candidates whose teaching and research also extend
to issues of translation or cross-cultural interpretation.
Applicants should hold a PhD in Translation Studies (including
Translation Technology & Localization, Intercultural Communication,
Interpreting Studies etc.), Linguistics, or a closely related field,
and show evidence of strong research potential and effective teaching.
Research Profile:
Applicants should demonstrate a strong and original research agenda
that advances the study of Chinese-English translation. They should
have demonstrated expertise in translation studies, cross-cultural
communication, bilingual/multilingual interpretation or human–AI
collaboration in multilingual contexts interpretation. An
interdisciplinary approach to communication and language studies is
preferred, with. critical engagement with the impact of artificial
intelligence and digital technologies on translation practices would
be an advantage.
Teaching and Supervision:
The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate
teaching and supervision, aligned with the Programme’s curriculum and
research directions. While the administrative language of the
University is English, candidates are also expected to be able to
teach in Chinese.
Requirements:
Requirements include:
 - A PhD in or in a related field.
 - Evidence of strong scholarly promise, a developing publication
profile and a path to make impact with their research
 - Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student
mentorship
 - An interest in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and
internationally-engaged research
 - Good communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to build
relationships and networks with colleagues and external stakeholders
across the university and externally
 - Ability to make a significant contribution to administrative work.
 - Demonstrated commitment to contribute to school, college and
university-level initiatives in accordance with strategy at all levels
of the organisation.
 - For associate and full Professor roles, a research profile,
teaching and supervision track record and leadership/service
experience appropriate to the role
Remuneration:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applicants are asked to submit the following documents in
https://apply.ap1.interfolio.com/119018
Cover letter; Curriculum Vitae including a full publication list;
Research statement (2-3 pages); Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:
Chinese Programme Search Committee
Email: chinese-search at ntu.edu.sg
The closing date for application is 24 May 2026. Only shortlisted
candidates will be notified via email.

Application Deadline: 24-May-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        Singapore
Web Address for Applications: https://apply.ap1.interfolio.com/119018
Contact Information:
        Chinese Programme Search Committee
        Email: chinese-search at ntu.edu.sg



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