Research Associate (Singapore Literature)

The English Programme at Nanyang Technological University hosts a dynamic community of students and professors engaged in a wide variety of literary passions and projects. It is a research-intensive department with a particular focus in five key research areas: Singapore Literature, Modern Literature, Contemporary Literature and Culture, Period Studies, and Irish Studies.

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We are looking for a Research Associate to provide research and administrative support for an MOE Tier 1-funded project, “Smart Nation: A Literary Atlas”. The project is a scholarly intervention that sets out to provide a fresh perspective on the complex negotiations between state, society, and science and technology in Singapore in order to address the vital and urgent questions pertaining to the necessary re-evaluation of these relationships in the twenty-first century and the role that culture plays in this task. Key outputs include a monograph on cultural representations of science and technology in Singaporean literature and a seminar series featuring prominent researchers working at the intersection of science and technology and literature.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collate annotated bibliography of Singaporean literary works that engage with science and technology as well as related themes

• Close read Singaporean literary works that engage with science and technology as well as related themes

• Assist with archival research, both online and on-site

• Assist with the preparation of manuscripts

• Assist with administrative tasks pertaining to the organization of a seminar series

• Oversee a small team of undergraduate student research assistants

Job Requirements:

• Master qualification degree in English Literature or related field

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work independently under strict timelines with an eye for detail

• Familiarity with Singaporean literature and/or literature engaging with science and technology-related issues is an advantage.

• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.