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Visiting Associate Professor

Singapore National Technological University Approximately SGD 10,000–18,000 per month, or a negotiated visiting-faculty honorarium depending on discipline, workload, qualifications, and appointment duration*
Job Description

The Visiting Associate Professor is expected to contribute to teaching, research, academic mentoring, and the university’s intellectual life for the duration of the appointment. Applicants normally need a PhD or equivalent terminal qualification, a strong academic or professional record, relevant teaching and research experience, and evidence of publications or other scholarly impact. The successful candidate should be able to teach effectively, collaborate with faculty, supervise or mentor students, and contribute to curriculum development, seminars, or research projects. Depending on the school and discipline, professional accreditation, industry experience, or expertise in an emerging field may also be valued. Strong communication, collegiality, adaptability, and the ability to work in an international academic environment are important.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for engineering, technology, science, business, education, medicine, and interdisciplinary research, with strong links to industry and public-sector organisations. NTU’s campus combines teaching facilities, laboratories, residential colleges, research institutes, and extensive student services. The university attracts academics and students from around the world and places emphasis on innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration. Its faculty members contribute through teaching, research, supervision, knowledge transfer, and engagement with government and industry. A visiting associate professor appointment typically provides an experienced academic with an opportunity to teach, collaborate on research, mentor students, or participate in scholarly activities within one of NTU’s schools or institutes.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island city with opportunities in universities, technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, logistics, hospitality, and advanced manufacturing. English is widely used at work, while Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, orderly, and generally safe, with excellent public transport, diverse food, modern healthcare, and efficient public services. Housing ranges from apartments and condominiums to shared rooms, though rent and daily expenses can be high. The climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain. Foreign academics generally need an Employment Pass, while short-term academic visits may use an appropriate short-term or visiting arrangement; the university usually sponsors and advises on the application. Before relocating, candidates should confirm salary, benefits, tax treatment, housing, healthcare coverage, and whether the appointment supports dependants.