Senior Lecturer

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer for its Ridge View Residential College. The individual will teach interdisciplinary courses, mentor students, and engage in various out-of-classroom activities. Ideal candidates must hold a PhD, have a passion for student development, and the ability to work in dynamic environments. This full-time role commences in July 2026, and applications are encouraged from those with expertise in workplace readiness.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a PhD and teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• Embraces interdisciplinary teaching in and beyond the classroom.
• Shows enthusiasm for student growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach interdisciplinary courses focusing on skills and the future of work.
• Engage students in outdoor and out-of-classroom learning.
• Mentor students in various learning settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural intelligence

Adaptability

Reflectiveness as an educator

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Ridge View Residential College

Posting Start Date: 20/01/2026

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.

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

We appreciate your understanding in advance that only selected applicants will be contacted. Review of applications will begin early and proceed on a rolling basis, prior to the conclusion of the application period.

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