Adjunct Lecturer, DBA, SCIS

Singapore Management University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Singapore Management University (SMU) is seeking an Adjunct Lecturer for the Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) program under SCIS. The role focuses on delivering AI and Data Science for Business Innovation at the doctoral/executive level, with duties spanning course delivery, research, and executive education.

The candidate should hold a Master’s or PhD in a related field, possess a strong research portfolio, and have experience applying information systems, AI, and analytics to

Qualifications

• Capable of delivering Doctor of Business Administration-level courses in AI and Data Science for Business Innovation.
• Strong research background with industry applicability.
• Experience teaching senior executives is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver DBA-level courses in AI and Data Science for Business Innovation.
• Engage in research and applied projects aligned with technology and governance.
• Support executive education and industry collaboration.
• Contribute to curriculum development for technology-enabled business courses.
• Collaborate with SCIS faculty on research initiatives and program growth.

Skills

Research track record

Teaching senior executives

AI and data science in business

Course delivery experience

Education

Masters or PhD in CS/IS/Tech

Masters or PhD in related fields

Job description

Job Description - Adjunct Lecturer, DBA, SCIS (2600007M)

Job Description

Description

A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and produce broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative and project-based approach to learning, and for its technologically enabled pedagogy of seminar-style teaching in small class sizes.
The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) offers an exceptionally supportive and inspirational environment for academic scholarship and research, applied R&D projects, and innovative education initiatives. We currently have over 40 tenure-track faculty members working across research areas in computer science & engineering, and information systems management. They are complemented by over 30 practice & education faculty members who focus on teaching, translation and pedagogical research.

Our Research. We are passionate about our research. We aim for excellence both in fundamental contribution to academic knowledge, as well as in creating technology with practical impact. Real-world industry sectors provide SCIS with a testbed and laboratory for experimentation, as well as a fertile breeding ground for new ideas. Our faculty and students apply their research results to solve real problems in a variety of industry settings and to create IT applications and systems. At the same time, our faculty actively publish in top-quality Computer Science and Management Science conferences and journals. On our faculty are several world-class scholars and rising stars in their respective disciplines.
Our Education. SCIS offers the Ph.D. in Information Systems and Ph.D. in Computer Science programmes . Ph.D. students can concentrate in any of our computer science oriented research areas, or in our management science oriented Information Systems & Management research area.
SCIS launched SMU-FUDAN Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) in March 2026 . The programme is tailored for senior executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who seek industry-focused research at the intersection of technology, business, and governance. By combining rigorous academic training with applied technological insights, the programme equips candidates to generate impactful knowledge that addresses complex business and societal challenges.
SCIS also offers Master of IT in Business (MITB), a professionally oriented coursework programme. Drawing from thought leadership in the ambits of data analytics, technological platforms and business strategies, the MITB programme delves into four specialisation tracks: Financial Technology & Analytics, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation. Each of these tracks uniquely resources students to lead competently and decisively.
Additionally, the undergraduate programmes offerings consist of the B.Sc. (Computer Science) , B.Sc. (Information Systems) , B.Sc. (Computing & Law) and B.Sc. Software Engineering programmes. The programmes have been remarkably successful in demonstrating educational innovations and creating a culture of learning, establishing external linkages and partnerships with industry, government and the social sector, and with job placement. We have an entrepreneurial student body, and many SCIS undergraduates have gone on to create or participate in start-ups .

• Capable of delivering Doctor of Business Administration -level courses in the area of AI and Data Science for Business Innovation.
• Masters degree or PhD degree in a closely related discipline from a well-recognized university.
• For example, a Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Statistics, Management Science, Business Administration(Technology and Business Innovation), Decision Sciences, Marketing Analytics, Computational Physics, Computational Engineering or Science, and the like.
• Strong research and/or industry track record in applying information system, applying AI and data science methods to business innovation.
• A passion for learning and teaching, particularly at the doctoral / executive level.
• Prior experience with consulting, training, or teaching senior executives is a strong advantage.

Primary Location

Job

Adjunct Faculty

Organization

Doctor of Business Administration (Technology)

Job Posting

01-Sep-2026, 8:52:56 AM

Where to Find Us

Office of Human Resources