School of Engineering - Lecturer (Common Engineering Programme)

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Polytechnic is seeking a Lecturer for the Common Engineering Programme. This role focuses on developing curriculum, teaching diploma students, and conducting training for adult learners. Candidates should be technically competent in Engineering with a passion for education.

The ideal applicant will possess at least 3 years of relevant industry experience, a strong interest in Mathematics and Programming curriculum, and the ability to engage effectively with students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience in the Engineering field.
• Strong interest in the development of curriculum for Mathematics, Statistics, and/or Programming.
• Technically competent and passionate about sharing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and deliver lessons to full-time diploma students.
• Conduct Continuing Education and Training courses for adult learners.
• Lead or participate in academic research projects.

Skills

Curriculum development

Industry experience in Engineering

Data Analytics

Statistical Modelling (R, Python, MATLAB, SPSS)

Communication skills

Education

Qualification in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

What the role is:

School of Engineering - Lecturer (Common Engineering Programme)

What you will be working on:

• Develop curriculum and deliver lessons to full-time diploma (PET) students in areas of Mathematics, Statistics, Programming as well as other Engineering disciplines.
• Develop and conduct Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses for adult learners.
• Handle administrative work relating to teaching and managing modules which include crafting and marking assessments.
• Lead or participate in academic research projects, data analysis projects, R&D/Implementation projects and/or poly-wide projects.
• Enhance students’ learning through activities such as supervising projects and internships, training students for competitions, and leading them on educational programmes, students' overseas trips or service-learning events.
• Support students in providing pastoral care and guidance.
• Involve in school activities such as outreach events and similar activities.

What we are looking for:

• A qualification in Engineering or related discipline.
• Preferably with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience in the Engineering field.
• Strong interest in the development of curriculum especially for Mathematics, Statistics and/or Programming.
• Technically competent, as well as have a passion and genuine interest to share knowledge and interact with youth and adults.
• Have experience in Data Analytics (hands‑on data manipulation, data modelling and data visualisation).
• Have experience in using Statistical Modelling tools such as R, Python, MATLAB or SPSS and Visual Analytics Technologies such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships with management and colleagues.
• Possess sound planning, organising, writing and multi‑tasking skills, with a strong sense of commitment and responsibility for completing assigned tasks on time.
• Highly motivated, and able to work independently and in a team.

About Republic Polytechnic

The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore’s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.