Senior Lecturer

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty. Today, we are ranked #2 for AI and Computer Science by US News Best Global Universities; and #5 for Data Science and AI by QS World University Ranking.

A hot bed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research, the college aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science is an ‘exciting place to learn and grow'. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

• The appointee is expected to contribute to, support and develop teaching and educational activity at both undergraduate and graduate level.

• The appointee is also expected to participate in academic activities and meet other administrative requirements as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver high quality courses in FinTech that include both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Contribute to curriculum development and enhancement to ensure students receive world class teaching education

• Provide academic guidance and mentorship to students, fostering their intellectual and professional growth.

• Contribute to the School and university’s service activities, including committee participation, outreach and engagement with industry partners

• Facilitates and conducts all teaching assignments, both face-to-face and virtual delivery

• Oversee and complete core course administrative tasks or duties such as course evaluation, online course materials, attendance records, academic counselling on student progress

• Conducts assessments, marking and grade entries, feedback to students, student consultations, non-academic matters (e.g., invigilation) etc.

• Develops and updates course materials and learning resources for course delivery and support students' learning

• Provides regular course and student progress statistics for reporting, improvement of students’ learning and strategic decision making

• Demonstrates values and principles of professional conduct in all endeavours

• Conduct impactful research in areas related to FinTech and collaborate with colleagues within the department and across the University

• Any other assigned duties

Requirements:

• Applicants should preferably have industry and/or academic experience, a passion for teaching and preferably a Master's degree or PhD in related field.

• Candidates should demonstrate teaching/mentoring excellence and be able to engage in curriculum development and work closely with students for undergraduate courses

Personal Attributes

Student Focus

• Demonstrates an apparent empathy with students and understands their needs, and is an active listener

• Motivated and enthused to maximise individual student potential

• Proactive with the ability to react positively to unexpected circumstances

• Passionate in educating and mentoring students to guide them in their learning and growth

Teamwork

• Maintains the confidence and mutual respect of colleagues at all levels

• Understands and works towards team objectives

• Shares useful ideas and practices to improve the team’s overall morale and performance

• Initiates and implements improvements to work processes and practices within their responsibility

Credibility and Communication

• Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively when interacting with internal and external stakeholders

• Displays excellent listening and questioning skills

• Projects an appropriate professional image

Organisation

• Able to plan workload but remain flexible

• Meets deadlines and displays strong administrative and organisational skills

• Demonstrates a capability to balance competing demands

• Meticulous with strong organisational and academic, administrative skills

• Strong initiative, self-motivated, and focused on achieving quality outputs