Faculty Opening in Centre of Professional Communication

Karlstad University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking faculty members for the Centre of Professional Communication. Candidates will engage in teaching and applied research in communication, promoting industry collaboration. A PhD in relevant fields and experience are required. Competitive remuneration and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Generous employment benefits

Funding opportunities for industry-relevant research

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or equivalent from a reputable university.
• Specialization in applied linguistics, science communication, or related disciplines.
• Relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to teaching and applied research in communication.
• Foster industry collaboration and student development.
• Embed writing and speaking skills into content modules.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teaching

Applied research

Education

PhD or equivalent in applied linguistics, science communication, or related disciplines

Job description

Faculty Opening in Centre of Professional Communication

Division: Centre for Professional Communication

Employment Type: Permanent, Fixed Term

FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry through an integrated applied learning and research approach, contributing to the economy and society.

The university’s pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in real-world environments through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact aims to help industry innovate and grow. Targeted to be ready in 2024, SIT’s centralised campus within the Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry are tightly integrated with the community. SIT emphasizes an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on industry challenges. This strong industry connection provides our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience, aligning them with the needs of the future economy.

As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek candidates to help realize our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, funding opportunities for industry-relevant research, and chances to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled, work-ready graduates. Positions are available from Lecturer to Associate Professor.

Successful candidates will join the Centre for Professional Communication (CPC) as part of a team of experts passionate about incorporating critical thinking into teaching writing and presentation skills across higher education. They will be involved in embedding specific writing and speaking skills into content modules across academic years and disciplines. CPC faculty are also actively involved in industry transformation through applied research in communication. They are provided with paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry or spend time attached to industry.

We prioritize candidates with a) an earned PhD or equivalent from a reputable university with specialization in applied linguistics, science communication, or related disciplines, and some relevant work experience.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below. For inquiries, please contact the CPC Director, Assistant Professor Kenneth Ong, at [e-mail].

Job details

Title: Faculty Opening in Centre of Professional Communication

Objective: To lead and contribute to the teaching and applied research in communication, fostering industry collaboration and student development.