Part-time Lecturer

Job Description

The Part-time Lecturer is expected to teach assigned courses, prepare lessons and learning materials, conduct tutorials or lectures, assess student work, and provide timely feedback. Candidates should normally hold a relevant postgraduate qualification, strong subject expertise, and relevant teaching or industry experience. Excellent communication, presentation, and classroom-management skills are important, along with the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds. The role also requires reliability, professional conduct, and availability according to the university’s academic schedule. Depending on the discipline, professional accreditation, research experience, or familiarity with blended and digital learning platforms may be preferred.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for teaching and research across engineering, science, business, humanities, social sciences, education, medicine, and related fields. NTU has a diverse student and academic community, with strong links to industry, government, and overseas institutions. The university places considerable emphasis on innovation, technology, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Its main campus is known for extensive academic facilities, libraries, laboratories, student residences, and green spaces. Part-time lecturers support NTU’s teaching mission by bringing specialist academic or professional knowledge into undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Appointment terms, teaching loads, and payment arrangements can vary by school, programme, and course requirements.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island city with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, logistics, and research. Its multicultural society reflects Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, with English widely used in workplaces and education. The lifestyle is safe and convenient, offering excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, beaches, and cultural attractions. Housing can be expensive, especially near the city centre, although public transport makes commuting from outer districts practical. Foreign professionals generally need an appropriate work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or an approved short-term or part-time work arrangement; eligibility depends on the contract and salary. Before relocating, candidates should confirm visa sponsorship, tax obligations, healthcare coverage, and whether part-time academic work is permitted. Singapore’s warm, humid climate and high living costs are important practical considerations.