Part-Time Lecturer in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE)

Job Description

The Part-Time Lecturer will teach undergraduate or postgraduate courses in mechanical and aerospace engineering at NTU’s School of MAE. Requirements typically include a relevant master’s degree or PhD, strong subject expertise, and professional or academic experience in the assigned field. Candidates should be able to prepare lectures and learning materials, conduct tutorials or laboratory sessions, assess student work, and support course administration. The role requires clear communication, effective classroom management, commitment to teaching quality, and the ability to work with faculty and students in a multicultural university environment. Industry practitioners with relevant engineering experience may also be considered, depending on the course requirements.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for engineering, technology, science, business, education, and interdisciplinary research. The university’s College of Engineering includes the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, which covers areas such as aerospace systems, robotics, manufacturing, energy, materials, and mechanical design. NTU combines research-led teaching with strong links to industry, government agencies, and international academic partners. Its campus supports a large community of students, faculty, researchers, and professional staff from Singapore and around the world. The university offers a collaborative, innovation-focused environment and contributes to Singapore’s development as a global education, research, and technology hub.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island with opportunities in education, engineering, aerospace, technology, finance, healthcare, and research. English is widely used at work, while Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, organised, and generally respectful, with excellent public transport, reliable services, safe neighbourhoods, and diverse food. Housing ranges from university residences and shared apartments to private condominiums, although rent can be high. The climate is hot and humid throughout the year, with frequent rain. Foreign academic staff usually need an Employment Pass or relevant work pass arranged by the employer; eligibility depends on salary and qualifications. New arrivals should budget for housing, transport, healthcare, and deposits, and confirm tax, insurance, and relocation terms before accepting an offer.