Sessional Lecturer (IT / Cybersecurity / Data Science etc)

James Cook University Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore seeks a Sessional Lecturer/tutor for part-time teaching across various IT disciplines including Cybersecurity and Data Science. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree and demonstrate effective teaching skills. The role involves curriculum development, subject coordination, and contributing to academic activities. Applications close on 31 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required for postgraduate teaching; Bachelor's with industry experience acceptable for undergraduate.
• Evidence of quality teaching and supervision of students.
• Demonstrated ability to teach various subjects at different levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and teaching.
• Coordinate subjects across both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Contribute significantly to the discipline and profession.

Skills

Curriculum development

Teaching skills

Academic leadership

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in relevant discipline

Bachelor's degree with industry experience

Job description

Overview

The School of Science and Technology at JCU Singapore offers both under- and postgraduate degrees in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, IOT etc.

Please visit http://www.jcu.edu.sg or http://www.jcu.edu.au for more information. Due to the continuing success of the IT programs and the increasing demand for graduates in this field, we are now seeking suitable candidates for the position of Sessional Lecturer/tutor (Part-time teaching staff) in any related areas and with a special focus on the following disciplines:

• Information Technology
• Cybersecurity
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
• Internet of Things
• Game Development and 3D Animation

The appointees will be experienced academic / faculty members and will be responsible for teaching and supervision in related subjects across both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in IT, Cybersecurity and Science. Applications are invited from candidates with a master\'s (postgraduate) qualification with a focus in IT or related discipline. A relevant degree plus industry experience may suffice for lecturing at the undergraduate level. Membership in professional bodies and associations will be an added advantage.

Duties

• A leadership role in curriculum development and teaching.
• Subject coordination.
• Significant contribution to the profession, and/or discipline.

Selection Criteria:

• A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (for teaching at the postgraduate level, a Bachelor\'s degree, supported by relevant industry experience will be enough for undergraduate teaching).
• A publication record relative to career stage.
• Evidence of quality teaching and supervision of students at under- and postgraduate levels.
• The ability to teach across a range of subjects at various levels.
• Evidence of academic leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relations with colleagues in an academic environment and with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Roberto Dillon, Academic Head (School of Science and Technology); Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

Method of Application

Applications should provide all of the following:

• up-to-date CV
• statement systematically addressing the Selection Criteria

To be considered, please send in your application to https://careers.jcu.edu.sg/cw/en/listing

Closing date: 31 December 2025