Part-time lecturer for Multimodal and Theatre Translation

Job Description

The role involves teaching part-time courses in multimodal and theatre translation, preparing lessons and learning materials, guiding students through practical translation projects, assessing coursework, and contributing to the academic activities of the programme. Applicants would typically need a relevant postgraduate qualification in translation studies, theatre, linguistics, communication, or a related discipline, together with professional or academic experience in translation. Knowledge of multimodal, stage, performance, audiovisual, or literary translation is expected. Candidates should demonstrate strong English communication, effective classroom skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to connect theory with practice. Experience teaching at university level and familiarity with digital tools or performance-based learning would be advantageous.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university located in western Singapore. It is internationally recognised for engineering, technology, business, science, education, humanities, and social sciences, and has a strong reputation for interdisciplinary research and innovation. NTU serves a diverse community of undergraduate, postgraduate, academic, and professional staff from Singapore and around the world. Its campus includes modern teaching facilities, research centres, residential colleges, libraries, cultural venues, and extensive green spaces. The university works closely with industry, government, and international partners, while also supporting entrepreneurship and global academic collaboration. For language and translation teaching, NTU offers an environment where cultural studies, communication, technology, and creative practice can be combined. Part-time lecturers generally contribute specialised expertise to teaching and student development within a particular programme.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, tourism, logistics, research, and creative industries. Its culture blends Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, reflected in its languages, festivals, neighbourhoods, and hawker food. Life is safe, efficient, and convenient, with excellent public transport, reliable healthcare, and extensive shopping and dining options. Housing can be expensive, especially near central areas and university campuses, so newcomers often compare room rentals with shared apartments. Employment passes are required for most foreign professionals; the employer normally submits the application, while short-term or part-time teaching arrangements may have different eligibility rules. Candidates should confirm the appropriate work authorisation with NTU before accepting an appointment. Singapore is hot and humid throughout the year, with frequent rain. NTU is served by buses and nearby MRT connections, and Changi Airport provides excellent regional access.