37.1841, Jobs: English, Malay; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Writing Systems: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Malay Literature/Literature Education, National Institute of Education

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LINGUIST List: Vol-37-1841. Wed May 20 2026. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 37.1841, Jobs: English, Malay; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Writing Systems: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Malay Literature/Literature Education, National Institute of Education

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Date: 19-May-2026
From: Yee Hui Mei [huimei.yee at nie.edu.sg]
Subject: English, Malay; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics, Ling & Literature, Writing Systems: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Malay Literature/Literature Education, National Institute of Education

Job Location: Singapore
Job Title: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Malay
Literature/Literature Education
Job Rank: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Ling &
Literature; Writing Systems

Specialty Language(s): English (eng)
                       Malay (mly)

Description:
Assistant Professor/Associate Professor (Malay Literature/Literature
Education)
Asian Languages & Cultures Department
Overview:
The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top
education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher
education and educational research.  NIE has played a key and pivotal
role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and
landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based
programmes and initiatives.
An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang
Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10
in the world for research impact in the field of Education.
The Department of Asian Languages & Cultures (ALC) invites suitably
qualified applicants to apply for a faculty position in its Malay
language and culture division. The Malay division of ALC provides
training for Malay language teachers through both pre-service and
professional development programmes in Singapore.
Requirements:
 - Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Malay Literature (Modern
and Traditional/Classical) or comparative literature, preferably with
a strong interest not only in their specialized field/s of literature
but also in Jawi literacy.
 - Extensive experience and expertise in research in the above fields.
 - Highly proficient in the reading, and writing, of modern and
classical Jawi texts.
 - Native or near-native competence in oral and written Malay and
English.
 - Demonstrate strong ability for effective undergraduate and graduate
level teaching.
 - Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore
education system.
 - A degree or diploma in education is preferred.
Responsibilities:
 - Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a
strong research and publication record.
 - Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, including academic
supervision of undergraduate and graduate student research projects.
 - Supervise and mentor undergraduate student teachers in their school
teaching practice.
 - Build connections with the local and global professional community.
 - Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of the
service.
 - Offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education
and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.
An Associate Professor will be expected to:
 - Mentor junior faculty members.
 - Serve in the NIE / NTU committees.
Application:
Please submit your application together with the following documents
to us through:
https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-Associate-Professor-in-Malay-Literature-Literature-Education--ALC---NIE-_R00024575
 - A cover letter
 - A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications,
teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list
(in APA format), and service records
 - Research Impact Statement (up to 5 pages)
Applicants should demonstrate the significance and impact of their
research by addressing the following:
    - Key Contributions: What are your most important research impacts
to date?
    - Evidence of Impact: How has your work influenced your field,
policy, or practice? Provide evidence (e.g., publications, citations,
policy uptake, industry adoption).
    - Academic Impact: How has your work advanced theory, methods, or
knowledge?
    - Societal/Policy/Industry Impact (if applicable): Describe
influence on policy, regulation, industry standards, or broader
society.
    - Research Identity: What distinguishes your work? Articulate a
clear and coherent research trajectory.
    - Contribution and Leadership: Clarify your role in collaborative
projects.
    - Future Impact: Outline how your research will shape the field
over the next 5-10 years
 - Teaching Impact Statement (up to 3 pages)
Applicants should demonstrate their impact on student learning and
education by addressing the following:
    - How have you enhanced student learning and engagement?
    - What teaching innovations or improvements have you implemented
and why?
    - How have you promoted interdisciplinary thinking?
    - How have you incorporated experiential and collaborative
learning?
    - How have you contributed to a positive teaching culture?
 - Student Feedback on Teaching (if available)
 - Three sample publications (in English and/or Malay)
 - Names, addresses, email addresses and brief biography of three
academic referees
Please note that shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an
interview, present a job talk, and to conduct a lesson in their area
of expertise for students at NIE.
Closing Date:
The closing date for application is 31 July 2026.
Other Information:
More information on ALC can be found at
https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.
Contact:
For enquiries on the available position, interested applicants may
email to the Assistant Head/ALC (Malay), Dr Roszalina Rawi, at
roszalina.r at nie.edu.sg
Note to Applicants:
Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).

Application Deadline: 31-Jul-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        Singapore
Web Address for Applications:
https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-Associate-Professor-in-Malay-Literature-Literature-Education--ALC---NIE-_R00024575
Contact Information:
        Assistant Head/ALC (Malay), Dr Roszalina Rawi
        Email: roszalina.r at nie.edu.sg

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