Lecturer, Robotics & AI Education

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Robotics and Machine Intelligence within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The Educator Track role emphasizes undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum development, and educational innovation across robotics programs.

The role covers the BEng (Robotics and Machine Intelligence), BEng (Mechanical Engineering) with robotics focus, and MSc (Robotics).

Qualifications

• PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated excellence (or strong potential) in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching, particularly in robotics, control systems, and intelligent automation.
• Strong foundation in programming and systems integration (C/C++, Python, ROS, MATLAB/Simulink, microcontrollers).
• Familiarity with modern AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and their integration with robotic platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate modules in robotics, control systems, mechatronics, AI/ML for robotics, embedded systems, and intelligent sensors.
• Contribute to design, review, and refinement of curricula across BEng (RMI), BEng (ME), and MSc (Robotics).
• Develop and supervise hands-on, project-based learning activities, including capstone projects, laboratory modules, and industry-linked challenges.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students on academic development, design projects, and professional pathways.
• Guide student teams in competitions, start-up ventures, or applied R&D.
• Pioneer instructional approaches including flipped classrooms, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary integration.
• Participate in teaching committees, curriculum review panels, and digital education initiatives.

Education

PhD in Robotics/ME/EE/Mechatronics or related fields

Tools

ROS

C/C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Microcontrollers

Job description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Robotics and Machine Intelligence within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The Educator Track role emphasizes undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum development, and educational innovation across robotics programs.

The role covers the BEng (Robotics and Machine Intelligence), BEng (Mechanical Engineering) with robotics focus, and MSc (Robotics).