Visiting Senior Principal Research Fellow (Centre for International Law)

Job Title: Visiting Senior Principal Research Fellow (Centre for International Law)

University-Level Unit: Centre for International Law

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Centre for International Law

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Bukit Timah Campus

Posting Start Date: 24/09/2026

Job Description

The Centre for International Law (CIL) at the National University of Singapore invites applications from established scholars and experts in ASEAN law and policy for the position of Visiting Senior Principal Research Fellow and Co-Head of its ASEAN Law and Policy Programme. Established in 2009, this flagship programme is a pioneer in research, teaching and capacity-building on ASEAN law and policy. Its signature initiatives include the ASEAN Integration Through Law Book Series published by Cambridge University Press and the annual ASEAN Law and Policy Programme Academy.

Key Areas Of Contribution

The successful candidate will work alongside Professor Joseph Weiler to:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the programme;
• Contribute expertise and provide mentorship and guidance for ongoing and new research initiatives;
• Support the development and implementation of capacity-building initiatives for ASEAN stakeholders;
• Lead and contribute to research publications, policy papers and other academic outputs;
• Strengthen the programme's academic and professional networks and represent CIL at regional and international conferences, workshops and symposia.
  
  

Qualifications

• PhD in International Law or a closely related field, with generally more than 10 years of postdoctoral research experience and recognised expertise in ASEAN law and policy;
• Distinguished record of independent research, high- quality scholarly publications and significant contributions to advancing knowledge and policy in the field;
• Internationally recognised expertise in international law, regional integration, regional institutions and dispute settlement, with demonstrated research impact and international visibility;
• Proven academic leadership in directing major research projects, securing research funding, mentoring researchers and developing capacity-building initiatives;
• Sustained contributions to academic institutions, the profession and the international research and policy community;
• Established regional and international networks, with excellent communication and collaborative skills to engage academic, government, and policy stakeholders.
  
  

Application Procedures

Interested applicants are invited to apply online through the NUS Career Portal. Applications should include the following documents:

• A cover letter outlining relevant experience, research interests, motivation for joining CIL, and vision for the ASEAN Law and Policy Programme.
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, research achievements, publications and leadership roles.
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For enquiries regarding the position, please contact Ms Huong Tam at [Confidential Information]

Req ID: 32207