Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Tembusu College

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer for Tembusu College. This role focuses on designing and leading interdisciplinary seminars while supporting student growth in a residential learning environment.

Candidates should hold a PhD or be close to completion, with experience in interdisciplinary teaching and administration. The position commences in AY2026/2027 Semester 2 and offers a dynamic academic community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a PhD or be close to completion with relevant teaching experience.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for interdisciplinary teaching.
• Experience in administration and events management is required.
• Must be willing to mentor students in a residential living and learning programme.
• Desire to engage in scholarly inquiry in teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead seminar(s) in an interdisciplinary education environment.
• Engage in out-of-classroom teaching and learning activities.
• Support the running of the College and key administrative tasks.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teaching

Administration

Events management

Mentoring students

Education

PhD or near completion

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Tembusu College

University-Level Unit: Tembusu College

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Tembusu College

Employee Category: Other Teaching Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 18/06/2026

Job Description

Tembusu College, National University of Singapore invites applications for College Fellows, to be appointed as Senior Lecturer or Lecturer on the Educator Track.

Applicants from all academic disciplines with interdisciplinary experience and expertise are welcome. Tembusu College offers an array of interdisciplinary Year 1 and Year 2 level seminar‑style course as an alternative pathway to fulfil undergraduate students' General Education graduation requirements. Fellows are expected to design, lead or co‑lead seminar(s) in an interdisciplinary education environment.

In addition to formal teaching in the classroom, Fellows are actively engaged in out‑of‑classroom teaching and learning activities. They also support the running of the College through service contributions and leading on key administrative tasks.

We are interested in candidates who are genuinely interested in and committed to supporting students in their holistic growth, individually as well as members of community in a living‑learning context. This appointment will commence in AY2026/2027 Semester 2.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess a PhD, or be close to completion, with relevant teaching experience.

Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm and aptitude for interdisciplinary teaching, administration and events management experience, willingness to engage and mentor students in a residential living and learning programme, and desire to pursue a career as an educator who is reflective and interested in engaging in scholarly inquiry in teaching and learning.

About Tembusu College

Established in 2011, Tembusu College is one of four residential colleges at NUS University Town. Besides formal curriculum, students engage in vibrant student life activities. These include a wide variety of interest groups from sports to arts and events with faculty members, visiting scholars, and distinguished individuals in informal dialogues.

Job Requirements

• PhD, or one close to completion with relevant teaching experience.


• Enthusiasm and aptitude for inter‑disciplinary teaching.


• Administration and events management experience.


• Willingness to engage and mentor students in a residential living and learning programme.


• Desire to pursue a career as an educator who is reflective, and is interested to engage in scholarly inquiry in teaching and learning.

Application Procedure

Applicants should apply online via NUS Careers at http://www.nus.edu.sg/careers/ (Academic and Research Positions).

Applications Must Include The Following Documents

• Cover letter (in pdf form)


• Curriculum Vitae (in pdf form)


• Document not exceeding 1,500 words that includes:
  
  
  
  • teaching philosophy
  
  
  • teaching experience
  
  
  • administrative experience
  
  
  • research activities (if any)
  
  
  • community service or engagement
  
  
  • involvement in student development beyond the classroom
  
  
  
  


• Three letters of reference from referees who can speak to your teaching and/or research, as well as your experience with student development and administration. The cover letter or CV should include names, designation, and contact details of the three referees.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional documents for review.

Closing date: 15 July 2026

Req ID: 33414