Temasek-Nanyang Assistant Professorship

In collaboration with NTU, MINDEF is launching the prestigious Temasek Professorship for the brightest and most promising researchers to undertake exciting and challenging defence research in support of Singapore’s national defence and security. The Temasek-Nanyang Assistant Professorship (Temasek-NAP) will be awarded to exceptional and promising research talent who are keen to lead in next-generation cutting-edge defence research.

Eligibility and terms

Application Process

Candidates who are keen to apply for the Temasek Professorship should first apply for NAP and also indicate their interest for the Temasek Professorship. Candidates should refer to latest information available on the NAP website for details of NAP scheme. MINDEF will assess shortlisted candidates and successful awardees would be notified by respective universities. For more information, please contact [email protected]. 

Defence Research Opportunities in NTU, NUS, and SUTD

Established at NUS, NTU and SUTD, Temasek Laboratories are dedicated defence labs that provide a conducive environment for Research and Development (R&D) critical to Singapore's defence, and groom future generations of defence scientists and engineers.