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The Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, offers a unique and adventurous 21st century Asian environment in which we train musicians to shape the artistic landscape in Singapore and in the world. The Conservatory is distinctively international in terms of its faculty, student population and artistic outlook. Our mission is to be a focal point for musical activity, artistic development and research for Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

The following openings are available – click to skip directly to the individual posting:

Assistant Professor (Head of Vocal Studies)
Executive (Student Wellness & Support)

Assistant Professor (Head of Vocal Studies)

The Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, offers a unique and adventurous 21st century Asian environment in which we train and educate performers, composers, producers and recording engineers to take advantage of future professional and artistic opportunities both in Singapore and in the world. The Conservatory is distinctively international in terms of its faculty, student population and artistic outlook. Our mission is to be a focal point for musical activity, artistic development and research, for Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond.

The Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music is seeking an outstanding, internationally recognized artist/teacher to fill the position of Head of Vocal Studies. This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will be an outstanding vocalist and/or collaborative musician, with significant performance and leadership experience, and the capacity to provide a vision for the development of vocal studies at the Conservatory.

Participation in the artistic life of Singapore and the region is also expected. In addition to maintaining a dynamic studio, the candidate will also be active in teaching and/or supervising adjunct faculty in the areas of opera workshop, diction, literature, pedagogy and language instruction in German, French and Italian, engaging in community and outreach activities, and recruiting students to the Conservatory through both national and international involvement at various levels, including targeted pre-tertiary programs and similar organizations throughout the region.

Requirements:

Academic qualifications in areas relevant to conservatory training.
Teaching experience in a conservatory or other tertiary-level institutions focused on professional training in areas of music including performance, pedagogy, and artistic research.
An exceptional performer as well as a dedicated teacher with a proven track record of leadership and teaching at an elite performance level.
Strong leadership, communication, collaborative and organizational skills.
Evidence of artistic research activity in music in areas such as performance and pedagogy.
Works well in a collaborative and innovative conservatory environment.

Rank/Salary: Practice-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher, with benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae outlining performance and teaching background and experience, three letters of recommendation, and link to a sample recording of recent performances, to the Search Committee via the NUS recruitment portal at NUS Careers

Enquiries about the position can be sent to the Dean’s Office.

Appointment to commence in August 2026. The selection process will commence in November 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Executive (Student Wellness & Support)

The YST Student Life Office oversees a comprehensive range of student-centred functions spanning admissions, outreach, scholarship and financial aid, leadership, discipline, wellness, institutional partnerships and exchanges, and alumni engagement. It manages the conceptualisation and execution of admission campaigns, liaises with university offices for application processing, supports the design and delivery of outreach events and specialised workshops, and provides operational and counselling support for over 200 students during term time.

The Executive (Student Wellness & Support) is the primary student support manager for the school and is responsible for engaging students in a wide variety of wellness initiatives with a focus on inclusion and diversity, promoting mental wellness and well-being, building students’ capacity for resilience and mentoring student leaders and interest groups. The individual will offer support to students in their growth throughout their time in the programme and facilitate strategies to help students develop a positive learning mindset, healthy lifestyle and engage in co-curricular activities. The role also assists in admissions.

Duties and responsibilities

Student support

In charge of designing and executing the YST Conservatory’s Freshmen Orientation Programme
Provide pastoral care and counselling support to students facing problems in adjusting to university life, particularly international students in their first year.
Provide advice to students facing emotional difficulties affecting their general well-being and academic performance.
Provide support to students facing problems in studies as raised by YST faculty and the YST Student Life Committee.
Closely monitor students with anxiety issues as raised by counsellors.

Student wellness

Drive the engagement and outreach of wellness programmes to improve the mental well-being of students.
Create awareness of inclusion and diversity, mental wellness, and a culture of respect and consent among students.
Help students become more connected with ways to develop a positive mind to face challenges.
Conduct exit interviews and assist in career counselling for graduating students.

Other duties

Staff advisor for the Student Management Committee.
Staff advisor for all YST student interest groups.
Assist the YST Student Life Office in administering the YST immersion programme as part of the annual admissions exercise.

Requirements

A recognized University degree.
Self-driven, proactive, organized and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Meticulous and able to manage multiple priorities effectively and deliver work under time pressure.
A keen interest in working in a university setting.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Music background required.
Experience in counselling and student support an advantage.
Experience in student leadership an advantage.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word and Excel).
Proficient in at least one software in designing visual materials.

If the idea of working at Singapore’s premier music institution excites and interests you, we invite you to apply through the NUS Careers website.

Enquiries about the position can be sent to Mr Tan Wei Boon.

Research Coordinator, Centre for Music & Health

Background
The Centre for Music and Health (CMH) is the first dedicated research center in South-East Asia to spearhead and investigate cutting edge, evidence-based practices that leverage the efficacy of music for health and well-being. Situated in the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, one of the leading conservatories in Asia, and embedded within a top-tier research university, the CMH is uniquely positioned to catalyze the artistic and scientific excellence of the NUS community towards research excellence in this emerging field. The Centre aims to establish world-class music programs and interventions to support crucial aspects of health at NUS and in Singapore, and beyond; and to develop interdisciplinary translational research and evaluation methods to support our evidence-based approach. We aspire to become the leading center for music and health in Asia, pioneering the development of music-based methods and interventions to improve people’s lives.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with grant writing, writing and submitting IRB ethics applications, collecting data, and organizing and overseeing participants’ payment/reimbursement.
Recruit and liaise with study participants, including advertising research studies through various platforms (e.g., in flyer, email, and social media formats, etc), and be the primary point of contact for study participants.
Oversee training of CMH Research Assistants and Student Assistants
Contribute to literature reviews, experimental design, sample size power analysis, statistics and data analysis, and manuscript writing.
Assist with writing up, communicating and disseminating findings/results (in conferences, popular science forums, blogs, social media, etc.) as appropriate.

Requirements

A recognised degree in Music Psychology, Medicine, Public Health, or another area of relevance to Music & Health.
At least 1 year of prior research experience.
Experience with empirical research experimental design, data collection and analysis.
Excellent academic/research writing abilities.
Grant writing experience a plus.
Good organisational and administrative skills.
Able to work independently, but also a good team player.
Adaptable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Apply via NUS Careers here.