SNAS Fellowship
SNAS Fellows are outstanding scientists who are working or have worked in Singapore. They are expected to advise and/or contribute to the government and other national organizations on various aspects of science including research, teaching, science policy; promotion and public communication of science, etc.
Commitments
New Fellows to the academy will be required to sign their commitment to uphold their scientific ethics and contribute to Science Research in Singapore through a ceremony in which they promise the following:
"We the fellows of the Singapore National Academy of Science promise that we will endeavour our best to do excellent sciences and promote sciences in Singapore. We will carry out, as far as we are able, those actions requested of us in the name of the Council; and that we will observe the Statutes and Standing Orders of the Academy.”
Election criteria
Nomination Eligibility & Sponsorship: Candidates may be nominated by SNAS Constituent Societies (see https://snas.org.sg/ourmembers) or by existing SNAS Fellows acting as a Sponsor.
· The Sponsor is responsible for identifying the most suitable candidates and furnishing the full nomination package.
· Each nomination must be accompanied by two Supporters who are also SNAS Fellows.
· Institutional Diversity: To ensure broad consensus, at least two of the three endorsers (the Sponsor and two Supporters) must be from an organization different than the nominee’s.
Selection Criteria: Selection is based on three pillars: Achievements, Contributions, and Influence.
Nomination
The Nomination Package: Sponsors are responsible for uploading the following materials to the SNAS website:
1. Cover Letter from the Sponsor.
2. Two Letters of Support from the designated SNAS Fellow Supporters.
3. Curriculum Vitae: A CV (max. 15 pages) listing national/international recognitions and the nominee's top 10 most significant and impactful works or publications.
4. Statement of Contribution: A write-up (max. 2 pages) detailing the nominee’s contributions to the Singapore ecosystem and the Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) community.
5. Statement of Influence: A write-up (max. 2 pages) detailing the nominee’s national and international influence.
6. Supplementary Materials: Any additional documents that support the nominee’s case.
SNAS Fellowship FAQ
I am not part of any SNAS Constituent Society or an existing SNAS Fellow. Can I nominate?
Only SNAS constituent societies or existing SNAS Fellows can submit a nomination as the primary sponsor.
Can nominees be from any scientific discipline?
Yes, the Fellowship is multidisciplinary, recognizing distinguished leaders across scientific, technological and engineering fields.
What are the roles / obligations of SNAS Fellows?
TBC
Any fees?
Lifetime membership fee of S$2,000 is payable upon election & acceptance as a Fellow of SNAS.
Can I make changes / updates to my nomination after submission?
Yes, please inform us of any changes or updates before the nomination deadline via email (siow.anqi@snas.org.sg).
When will nominees be notified of the outcome?
Nominees will be notified of the final outcome by June. The Fellowship Conferment Ceremony will be held in early August.
Where can I find out more information?
Details including eligibility, nomination, fees and existing SNAS Fellows can be found on SNAS website. If you have other questions, please email us at secretariat@snas.org.sg.
PDPA Notice
By submitting the nomination form, consent is given to SNAS under the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 to collect, use and disclose your personal data:
1. as provided in this nomination form and accompanying files, or
2. as visual images, photographs and/or videos captured during SNAS events about yourself, the nominee and representatives from your organisation who may be involved, for the purpose of administering the nomination, marketing and promotional activities related to SNAS and the promotion of Science in Singapore or beyond. If you are not agreeable, please refrain from submitting this form.