Lecture Demonstration Specialist (Physics), Assistant Manager

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Lecture Demonstration Specialist (Physics) to develop engaging physics demonstrations for undergraduate teaching. The role includes managing a demo inventory, supporting faculty, and enhancing student engagement through innovative demonstrations. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics, possess hands-on skills, and have a passion for teaching science.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with health and safety standards in a teaching environment.
• Understanding of troubleshooting common technical issues.
• Interest in pedagogy and improving student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a physics lecture demonstration system.
• Support faculty by delivering demos during lectures.
• Procure and organize demo inventory.

Skills

Strong foundational knowledge in undergraduate-level physics

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Organized, creative, and passionate about teaching

Practical hands-on skills in major physics topics

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics or a closely related field

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Demo video creation platforms

Job description

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Lecture Demonstration Specialist (Physics), Assistant Manager

Apply locations NTU Main Campus, Singapore time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R00021324

The Physics Lecture Demonstration Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering visually engaging and pedagogically effective physics demonstrations to support undergraduate teaching. The incumbent will establish a structured demonstration system, build a categorized demo bank aligned with core physics topics, and work closely with faculty to integrate demos into lectures. Responsibilities include managing a demo inventory, setting up and presenting demos in lectures, procuring and maintaining equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and enhancing student engagement through interactive demonstration experiences. Additionally, the role provides technical support for teaching labs and supports divisional outreach events (e.g. Open House, lab visits, school talks) and participates in research initiatives related to physics education and demonstration development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a physics lecture demonstration system and booking platform.

• Design, build, and document effective and safe demonstrations across physics topics.

• Support faculty by recommending and delivering appropriate demos during lectures.

• Procure, maintain and organize demo inventory, perform regular checks, and minor repairs.

• Provide basic technical support for teaching labs, including troubleshooting and TA training.

• Facilitate discussions to reinforce students’ conceptual understanding.

• Stay up to date with advances in physics education and demo techniques.

• Contribute to outreach events and maintain demo usage records and documentation.

• Support research or innovation projects related to demonstration or teaching.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics or a closely related field.

• Strong foundational knowledge in undergraduate-level physics.

• Practical hands-on skills in major physics topics (e.g., electronics, optics, mechanical setups).

• Familiarity with lab instrumentation and troubleshooting common technical issues.

• Understanding of health and safety standards in a teaching or lab environment.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially with students and faculty.

• Organized, creative, and passionate about teaching and science communication.

• Familiarity with education technology, demo video creation and content sharing platforms (e.g. YouTube, TikTok, etc.) is a plus.

• Interest in pedagogy and a passion for improving student engagement.

Good to Have

• Experience in science demonstration, public engagement, or teaching support.

• Experience working in teaching laboratories, maker spaces, or technical workshops.

• Background in educational technology or instructional design is advantageous.

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

About Us

NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N).

Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district.

Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.