Senior Lecturer

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

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a dedicated faculty member to join Ridge View Residential College. The role involves designing interdisciplinary courses, mentoring students, and supporting a vibrant living-and-learning environment. The ideal candidate should possess a PhD and have a passion for student growth, with an emphasis on engaging students in diverse learning experiences. Applications are open until February 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent required, teaching experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate interdisciplinary, integrative teaching capabilities.
• Enthusiastic about engaging students in a living-and-learning programme.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach interdisciplinary courses.
• Engage students in outdoor and experiential learning.
• Mentor students in various learning settings.
• Lead living-and-learning initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural intelligence

Adaptability

Passion for student growth

Reflective practice

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.

Job Description

Ridge View Residential College (RVRC) is a vibrant "living-and-learning" community of around 650 NUS students, As part of their residency, students participate in a two-year academic programme that complements their majors by supporting four of the NUS General Education pillars. This programme is integrated into the day-to-day life of the College, which has a strong focus on sustainability and workplace readiness. RVRC's education mission is to cultivate students who are intellectually inquisitive, keen to grow, future-oriented, and value social and environmental responsibility.

RVRC seeks to appoint a committed individual to complement our team of educators. The successful applicant will, among other things, teach interdisciplinary courses, contribute to curriculum design and development, and engage in out-of-classroom learning and other student-centric pedagogies anchored in the different forms of sustainability and/or workplace readiness. The appointee will also be expected to contribute to the College's student and residential life programmes, which include advising and mentoring students in various living-and-learning activities. We are specifically seeking applicants with expertise in workplace readiness, although the ideal applicant must have strong interdisciplinary capabilities coupled with a passion for their own field of expertise. The ideal applicant must work well in a team and be committed to student learning, supporting students in their years of university life, and preparing them for their post‑college experiences. The successful applicant will be employed as a full-time RVRC faculty member on the University's Educator Track. The appointment is targeted for July 2026.

We welcome you to apply to join our committed team of educators!

Responsibilities

• Design and teach academic interdisciplinary courses, specifically with a focus on intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, cultural intelligence, and/or the future of work.
• Engage students in out-of-classroom learning (including outdoor learning).
• Mentor students in formal and informal learning settings.
• Support the College's mission through service contributions, including leading living-and-learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• A PhD (or equivalent). Candidates with teaching experience at the tertiary level are preferred.
• Fully embracing interdisciplinary, integrative teaching in and beyond the classroom.
• Motivation and reflectiveness as an educator.
• Adaptability to dynamic working environments.
• Passion for student growth and success.
• Enthusiasm to engage students in a living-and-learning programme.
• Interest in organising and participating in out-of-classroom learning activities.

Application Documents

• Cover letter
• Detailed CV listing:
  • Academic qualifications
  • Employment history (include all academic and non-academic positions held, including leadership roles, if any)
  • Summary of relevant courses/modules taught
  • Publications and conference presentations (if any)
  • Names and contact email of 3 referees
• Statement of teaching philosophy and reflections on teaching practice (2-page limit)
• Evidence of teaching quality, including feedback from students and peer evaluations (if available)
• Other supporting documents

Closing Date

22 February 2026

More Information

• Location: Kent Ridge Campus
• Organization: Ridge View Residential College
• Department: Ridge View Residential College Office
• Employee Referral Eligible: No
• Job requisition ID : 31490