Research Fellow, Yong Pung How School of Law

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Singapore Management University, Yong Pung How School of Law

Applications are invited for a full-time Research Fellow at the Yong Pung How School of Law, Singapore Management University to work on a proposed two-year funded research project on modernising Singapore’s Wills Act and developing an electronic wills framework.

The project will examine electronic wills, remote witnessing, authentication, fraud and undue influence safeguards, digital storage, revocation, judicial dispensing powers and comparative developments in the United States, England, Australia, Canada and Hong Kong.

The successful candidate will assist with doctrinal and comparative legal research, analysis of legislation and case law, preparation of research memoranda and reports, stakeholder consultations, organisation of an international conference, and preparation of academic publications and policy and legislative recommendations.

Applicants should possess at the minimum LLB or JD in law, with strong legal research and writing skills. Experience or interest in succession law, trusts, property law, private client practice, LegalTech or law reform is advantageous. Singapore-qualified lawyers are particularly encouraged to apply. The position is a full-time position suitable for candidates who are aspiring to embark on a future academic career.

The appointment is expected to be a one-year appointment subject to a renewal of a further year on satisfactory performance.  The salary would depend on qualifications and experience.

Please submit a CV, cover letter, writing sample and names of two referees by 15 December 2026. Preliminary inquiries are welcome and may be sent to Professor Tang Hang Wu hwtang@smu.edu.sg and Associate Professor Edward Ti edwardti@smu.edu.sg