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Visiting Professor

Singapore National Technological University Estimated SGD 10,000–20,000 per month or an agreed honorarium, depending on academic standing, duration, and duties*
Job Description

A Visiting Professor contributes specialist knowledge through teaching, guest lectures, seminars, research collaboration, postgraduate supervision, and academic engagement. Applicants are generally expected to hold a doctoral degree or equivalent professional standing, demonstrate an established record of teaching and research, and have expertise relevant to the hosting school or programme. Strong communication skills, an international outlook, and the ability to work collegially with faculty and students are important. The successful candidate is expected to deliver high-quality academic activities, contribute to the university’s research and education objectives, follow institutional policies, and participate actively during the agreed visiting period.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university in Singapore, known internationally for engineering, science, technology, business, education, and interdisciplinary research. Its campus combines teaching facilities, laboratories, innovation centres, residential colleges, and extensive sustainability initiatives. NTU works with government agencies, industry partners, and universities worldwide, giving faculty and visiting academics opportunities to participate in collaborative research, academic exchange, and public engagement. The university serves a large community of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional students and maintains a strong focus on innovation and global impact. Visiting professors typically join a school, college, or research centre for a defined period and contribute according to an agreed academic plan.

Destination Guide

Singapore offers strong opportunities in higher education, research, technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, and multinational business. It is a multicultural city-state where English is widely used, alongside Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil. Life is safe, efficient, and convenient, with excellent public transport, modern healthcare, diverse food, and easy access to parks and coastal areas. Housing can be expensive, especially near central districts and university campuses, so visiting academics often consider university accommodation, serviced apartments, or shared rentals. Employment and visiting appointments require the appropriate pass, commonly an Employment Pass, S Pass, or short-term academic-related arrangement, depending on the contract and duration. Applicants should confirm sponsorship and eligibility with NTU before travelling. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain. International schools, banking, mobile services, and airport connections are well developed, making relocation relatively straightforward.