Adjunct Lecturer (Applied AI For Financial Services)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is looking for an Adjunct Lecturer specialized in Applied AI for Financial Services, based at the Kent Ridge Campus. The role involves designing and delivering training programs, developing relevant curriculum, and engaging with industry stakeholders. Candidates are expected to have 15+ years of experience in financial services and strong knowledge in applied and generative AI. This part-time position aligns closely with the university's emphasis on fintech innovation and collaboration within the industry.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in financial services, particularly in AI applications.
• Proven record of delivering training or advisory in applied AI.
• Familiarity with AI governance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver education programs on applied AI for financial services.
• Design training materials aligned with industry needs.
• Engage with financial institutions for AI capability building.

Skills

Applied AI implementation

Generative AI knowledge

Industry experience

Curriculum development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Lecturer (Applied AI For Financial Services)

University-Level Unit: Asian Institute of Digital Finance

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: FinTech Research

Employee Category: Part-Time Teachers

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 29/04/2026

About AIDF

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a university-level institute at the National University of Singapore (NUS), focused on digital finance, fintech innovation, and artificial intelligence for financial services. AIDF works closely with regulators, industry leaders, and academic partners to drive research, education, and ecosystem development across Asia and beyond.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Industry practitioner and educator with deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI (GenAI), to design and deliver impactful training programs for professionals in Financial Services.

This role is suited for a senior practitioner (15+ years of experience) who can bridge technical concepts with real-world financial services applications, translating emerging AI capabilities into practical, business-relevant use cases.

Job Description

• Training Delivery & Facilitation
  • Deliver executive education, workshops, and hands‑on sessions on applied AI and GenAI for financial services
  • Facilitate interactive discussions, case‑based learning, and applied exercises using real‑world industry use cases
  • Tailor delivery for diverse audiences, including business, risk, and technical stakeholders
• Curriculum & Content Development
  • Design and update industry‑relevant training materials aligned with financial services needs
  • Develop modules covering, but not limited to:
    • Applied AI foundations and enterprise adoption
    • Generative AI applications and transformation use cases
    • AI agents, agentic workflows, and emerging enterprise architectures
    • Responsible AI governance and risk considerations
  • Incorporate practical case studies, implementation insights, and evolving technology, market, and regulatory developments
• Industry Engagement & Thought Leadership
  • Advise on AI adoption and capability building for financial institutions where relevant
  • Contribute to thought leadership, whitepapers, and selected industry engagements
  • Support stakeholder engagement and ecosystem partnerships as appropriate

Requirements

Experience

• Significant senior‑level experience (typically 15+ years), with strong exposure to financial services
• Proven track record in applied AI / GenAI implementation, advisory, or training
• Experience leading or contributing to AI deployment or transformation initiatives
• Experience working with or within banks, insurers, or capital markets firms

Technical & Domain Expertise

• Strong understanding of applied AI, Generative AI, and enterprise use cases
• Familiarity with AI agents and emerging agentic workflow concepts is advantageous
• Familiarity with AI governance, risk, and regulatory considerations in financial services