Total 21 english language instructor job vacancies in Singapore

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute, and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education, and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites suitable applications for the position of Executive in the English Language and Literature (ELL) Department. ELL is a community that values collegiality and positive attitude, and strives to provide a conducive and supportive environment for professional growth.

Responsibilities

You will provide administrative support to the department in the following areas:

• Managing the course administration, timetabling and examination matters for the Teachers' Language Development (TLD) courses offered by ELL (including generating reports for submission to the Ministry of Education (MOE).
• Verify reimbursement claims and process purchase requests from research staff.
• Providing support to the Intuitional Review Board (IRB) and research grant related matters.
• Oversee the management of ELL assets and accessories (including decommissioning, disposal, and repair).
• Management of ELL facilities as well as workspace allocations for faculty and staff (including coordination of IT equipment servicing within the facilities).
• Assist in processing the external consultancy applications.
• Handling the induction of ELL’s new faculty, staff, and visiting scholars.
• Providing support to visiting scholars (including creation of guest wireless accounts and workspace arrangements).
• Maintain the Department’s webpages on the Sitefinity platform.
• Supporting the conferences/seminars/webinars organized by the Department.
• Perform any other ad-hoc administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Polytechnic Diploma.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in education institutions.
• Must have an eye for detail.
• Possess good communication and collaborative skills.
• Excellent organizational as well as project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Service-oriented individuals with a pleasant personality coupled with a positive learning attitude.
• Knowledge of Sitefinity or other website design platforms would be an added advantage.

Application

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.

The English Progamme at Nanyang Technological University seeks to hire a Research Associate/Research Fellow to contribute to a new research project on comparative theopoetics and “thing theory” in twentieth-century poetry (“Myriad Things in Theopoetics”).

Research expertise in literature and religion in at least one religious tradition is required (including, but not limited to, Christianity, Daoism, Islam, Hinduism), alongside an openness to comparative religious perspectives. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of an interdisciplinary research community at NTU through the organization of seminars and poetry readings relevant to the project, in addition to being engaged in their independent research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research on twentieth-century poetry (including modernist poetry) and theopoetics (with a preferable focus on T.S. Eliot, H.D., Mina Loy, and/or Louis Aragon)
• Furnish relevant reports and/or literary reviews at regular intervals
• Assist in the organization of relevant readings and seminars on poetry and (comparative) religion
• Assist in editorial work and the publication of relevant research
• Assist in any/all further administrative tasks relevant to this research project (including budget management)

Job Requirements:

• Minimally, Masters in English Studies/ Religion (with a focus on literature)
• Applicants with PhD preferred
• Other PhD/Master degrees relevant to the research project may also be considered

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites applications for Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) / Associate Professor (Tenure-Track / Tenured) in Speech Signal and Natural Language Processing.

The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting cutting-edge research in speech signal and natural language processing (NLP), encompassing various areas such as speech recognition and verification, speech synthesis, speech enhancement, speech emotion and sentiment analysis, speech coding and compression, computer processing of human languages, theoretical and empirical analysis of natural language models and applications, NLP enhanced by human computation and interaction, NLP for information retrieval in web and conversational search, and large language model (LLM). In addition to research, the successful candidate will actively participate in teaching and administrative duties at a level that aligns with the expectations of a world-class, research-intensive university.

To facilitate research development, the successful applicant will be allocated dedicated time with a reduced teaching and administrative workload initially.

Responsibilities

• Secure research funding to establish and expand research initiatives, while delivering high-quality research outcomes in the form of publications, invention disclosures, engineering designs, and other relevant outputs in the fields of speech signal and natural language processing, as well as other disciplines associated with Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of undergraduate and postgraduate curricula in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and related fields.
• Provide support, supervision, and mentorship to undergraduate students involved in project work and other academic endeavors, as well as postgraduate research students in their research projects and career development.
• Actively participate in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, College of Engineering, and University communities by engaging in activities related to research, teaching, enterprise, student experience, and widening participation.

Requirements

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• A Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant field
• At least four years of research experience in speech signal and/or natural language
• processing
• Excellent track records in publishing high-impact papers in top journals and conferences
• Proven track records and expertise in speech signal and/or natural language processing
• Preferable to have secured some research funding as principal investigator
• Preferable to have proven track records of teaching and mentoring
• Good interpersonal skills
• A mindset of continual growth and academic excellence

Application

Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and citation report, where applicable) through the NTU career portal.

Review of applications and shortlisting decision will be on an on-going basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Link to Apply: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor--Tenure-Track----Associate-Professor--Tenure-Track---Tenured--in-Speech-Signal-and-Natural-Language-Processing_R00014515

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites applications for Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) / Associate Professor (Tenure-Track / Tenured) in Speech Signal and Natural Language Processing.

The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting cutting-edge research in speech signal and natural language processing (NLP), encompassing various areas such as speech recognition and verification, speech synthesis, speech enhancement, speech emotion and sentiment analysis, speech coding and compression, computer processing of human languages, theoretical and empirical analysis of natural language models and applications, NLP enhanced by human computation and interaction, NLP for information retrieval in web

and conversational search, and large language model (LLM). In addition to research, the successful candidate will actively participate in teaching and administrative duties at a level that aligns with the expectations of a world-class, research-intensive university.

To facilitate research development, the successful applicant will be allocated dedicated time with a reduced teaching and administrative workload initially.

Responsibilities

• Secure research funding to establish and expand research initiatives, while delivering high-quality research outcomes in the form of publications, invention disclosures, engineering designs, and other relevant outputs in the fields of speech signal and natural language processing, as well as other disciplines associated with Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of undergraduate and postgraduate curricula in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and related fields.
• Provide support, supervision, and mentorship to undergraduate students involved in project work and other academic endeavors, as well as postgraduate research students in their research projects and career development.
• Actively participate in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, College of Engineering, and University communities by engaging in activities related to research, teaching, enterprise, student experience, and widening participation.

Requirements

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• A Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant field
• At least four years of research experience in speech signal and/or natural language
• processing
• Excellent track records in publishing high-impact papers in top journals and conferences
• Proven track records and expertise in speech signal and/or natural language processing
• Preferable to have secured some research funding as principal investigator
• Preferable to have proven track records of teaching and mentoring
• Good interpersonal skills
• A mindset of continual growth and academic excellence

Application

Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and citation report, where applicable) through the NTU career portal.

Review of applications and shortlisting decision will be on an on-going basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Link to Apply: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor--Tenure-Track----Associate-Professor--Tenure-Track---Tenured--in-Speech-Signal-and-Natural-Language-Processing_R00014515

The Asian Languages and Cultures Academic Group (ALC) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore comprises the Chinese, Malay, and Tamil Divisions. ALC’s vision is to work towards the mission of NIE and establish ALC as a Centre of Excellence for Chinese, Malay and Tamil Languages, Literature, Culture and Education. We aim to nurture excellent teacher-researchers devoted to the development and promotion of mother tongue language education, Asian values and cultures as pillars of Singapore’s national identity and harmony. Mother tongue language teachers who enrol in our programmes can expect to receive a firm academic foundation with current knowledge in education research. ALC’s research places emphasis on high-impact interdisciplinary content, pedagogical innovation, challenging existing theories and extending the prevalent boundary of Asian studies.

ALC invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for faculty positions in the Chinese Language and Culture Division. The Chinese division of ALC provides training for Chinese language teachers through both pre-service and professional development programmes in Singapore.

Requirements

Successful candidates must have:

• a doctoral degree in Chinese Linguistics or Applied Linguistics related to bilingualism, second language acquisition, and teaching Chinese as mother tongue as well as a second language.

• Native or near-native competence in oral and written Chinese and English.

• Extensive experience and expertise in research and teaching of Chinese linguistics to children and young adults, second language acquisition, and pedagogy of Chinese as a second language.

• Expertise in research and teaching linguistic content knowledge, especially Chinese scripts, phonology, grammar, and lexicon.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore educational system.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Global Chinese curriculums and the education system for international schools

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate level courses in Chinese (linguistics subject knowledge and related pedagogy in the Chinese language).

• Supervise and mentor undergraduate trainee teachers in their school teaching practice.

• Supervise Masters and PhD dissertation work.

• Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a strong research and publication record.

• Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of the service.

• (For Associate Professor level) mentor young faculty members and serve in the NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following documents to us:

· Detailed curriculum vitae, which should include current teaching experience and areas of research interest

· A research statement

· A teaching statement

· A list of publications

· Names and email addresses of at least three referees

· Any other documents beyond those listed here that demonstrate your qualifications and credentials

Closing Date

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ALC can be found at https://www.nie.edu.sg/our-people/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.

Note to applicants

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified (via email).

The Asian Languages and Cultures Academic Group (ALC) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore comprises the Chinese, Malay, and Tamil Divisions. ALC’s vision is to work towards the mission of NIE and establish ALC as a Centre of Excellence for Chinese, Malay and Tamil Languages, Literature, Culture and Education. We aim to nurture excellent teacher-researchers devoted to the development and promotion of mother tongue language education, Asian values and cultures as pillars of Singapore’s national identity and harmony. Mother tongue language teachers who enrol in our programmes can expect to receive a firm academic foundation with current knowledge in education research. ALC’s research places emphasis on high-impact interdisciplinary content, pedagogical innovation, challenging existing theories and extending the prevalent boundary of Asian studies.

ALC invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for faculty positions in the Chinese Language and Culture Division. The Chinese division of ALC provides training for Chinese language teachers through both pre-service and professional development programmes in Singapore.

Requirements

Successful candidates must have:

• a doctoral degree in Chinese Linguistics or Applied Linguistics related to bilingualism, second language acquisition, and teaching Chinese as mother tongue as well as a second language.

• Native or near-native competence in oral and written Chinese and English.

• Extensive experience and expertise in research and teaching of Chinese linguistics to children and young adults, second language acquisition, and pedagogy of Chinese as a second language.

• Expertise in research and teaching linguistic content knowledge, especially Chinese scripts, phonology, grammar, and lexicon.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore educational system.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Global Chinese curriculums and the education system for international schools

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate level courses in Chinese (linguistics subject knowledge and related pedagogy in the Chinese language).

• Supervise and mentor undergraduate trainee teachers in their school teaching practice.

• Supervise Masters and PhD dissertation work.

• Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a strong research and publication record.

• Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of the service.

• (For Associate Professor level) mentor young faculty members and serve in the NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following documents to us:

· Detailed curriculum vitae, which should include current teaching experience and areas of research interest

· A research statement

· A teaching statement

· A list of publications

· Names and email addresses of at least three referees

· Any other documents beyond those listed here that demonstrate your qualifications and credentials

Closing Date

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ALC can be found at https://www.nie.edu.sg/our-people/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.

Note to applicants

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified (via email).

We are looking to appoint a full-time Project Officer at the School of Humanities in Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

The incumbent will join the Linguistics and Multilingual Studies (LMS) Department working on a project titled ‘Performance-interpretability Tradeoff in Discourse Research’ led by Professor Dennis Tay. The position is a fixed term post for 17 months.

About the Project

The performance-interpretability tradeoff (PIT) in data science and AI refers to the balance between how well a statistical/machine learning model performs, and how readily humans can comprehend it. This project investigates the nature and characteristics of PIT in discourse research, focusing on the following:

i) the (strategically) indeterminate nature of PIT

ii) PIT in time-based algorithms and discourses

iii) conceptual relationship(s) between PIT and ‘mixed-methods’ discourse research, with subsequent developments based on emergent findings.

Discourse datasets to be investigated include psychological counseling, social media, academic lectures, and other relevant time-based contexts, while time-based algorithms include LSTM, ARIMA time series, and survival regression models. The project also aims to design and develop relevant pedagogical resources aimed at students and the general public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and collecting language and discourse datasets across different domains
• Assist in pre-processing discourse data for analysis
• Assist in preparation of research output, pedagogical resources, and/or other project-related deliverables

Job Requirements:

• Good Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, language studies, data science, or related fields
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Natural Language Processing and Python / R is an advantage

Interested applicants may apply with submission of the Curriculum Vitae.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Corp Lab in NTU is looking for a Research Engineer I or II to work on Large Language Models for Health. This role requires a passion for innovation, the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment, and a commitment to contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in project-based research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and team members/engineers to design and implement LLMs-based conversational agents.
• Assist in data and LLM analysis and conducting experiments for project-based research questions.
• Assist in developing algorithms and models based on existing LLMs to enhance multi-turn conversations, proactive inquiry, and knowledge-guided common-sense reasoning in conversational agents.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s Degree in computer science/engineering.
• Solid knowledge in Natural Language Processing, LLMs, or conversational AI.
• Proficient in programming languages and frameworks relevant to machine learning, specifically Python and PyTorch.
• Able to test, debug and optimize existing code base and other features.
• Excellent communication skills and good problem-solving skills.
• Relevant publication record in NLP and conversational AI is preferred.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Asian Languages and Cultures Academic Group (ALC) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore comprises the Chinese, Malay, and Tamil Divisions. ALC’s vision is to work towards the mission of NIE and establish ALC as a Centre of Excellence for Chinese, Malay and Tamil Languages, Literature, Culture and Education. We aim to nurture excellent teacher-researchers devoted to the development and promotion of mother tongue language education, Asian values and cultures as pillars of Singapore’s national identity and harmony. Mother tongue language teachers who enrol in our programmes can expect to receive a firm academic foundation with current knowledge in education research. ALC’s research places emphasis on high-impact interdisciplinary content, pedagogical innovation, challenging existing theories and extending the prevalent boundary of Asian studies.

ALC invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for faculty positions in the Tamil Language and Culture Division. The Tamil division of ALC provides training for Tamil language teachers through both pre-service, in-service, and professional development programmes in Singapore.

Requirements

Successful candidates must have:

• A doctoral degree in Linguistics (Tamil Language).

• Extensive experience in teaching linguistic content knowledge, spoken Tamil, written Tamil (especially Tamil alphabet), phonology, grammar, and lexicon.

• An interest in the related fields of bilingualism, second language acquisition, and/or teaching Tamil as a mother tongue or second language will be an advantage.

• Standard native or near-native competence in oral and written Tamil and English.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore educational system.

• Sufficient knowledge of the Global Tamil Curriculum and the education system for international schools.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate level courses in Tamil (linguistics subject knowledge and related pedagogy in the Tamil language).

• Supervise and mentor undergraduate student teachers in their school teaching practice.

• Supervise Masters and PhD dissertation work.

• Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a strong research and publication record.

• Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of service.

• (For Associate Professor level) mentor young faculty members and serve in the NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following documents to us :

• Detailed curriculum vitae, which should include current teaching experience and areas of research interest

• A research statement

• A teaching statement

• A list of publications

• Names and email addresses of at least three referees

• Any other documents beyond those listed here that demonstrate your qualifications and credentials

Closing Date

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ALC can be found at https://www.nie.edu.sg/our-people/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.

Note to applicants

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified (via email).

Job Description

School of Humanities

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities (SoH), NTU Singapore, pursues disciplinary excellence as well as promotes interdisciplinary teaching and research. The School aims to equip our students with up-to-date knowledge, critical thinking, research, as well as communication skills to enable them to realize their potential and aspirations and to make lasting contributions to Singapore and beyond.

Assistant Professor of English

The School of Humanities seeks to fill a tenure-track position, at the Assistant Professor level, with specialization in theatre and performance studies (a secondary focus on gender and feminism studies will be an advantage). Candidates should have some teaching experience.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a PhD in English or closely related fields and demonstrate a strong track record or potential for research as well as a commitment to teaching and administrative service. Selection will be based on evidence of potential for high-quality research and effective teaching.

Remuneration

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure

Applications received by 24 August 2024 will receive full consideration. The position is open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, teaching evaluations, names and contact details of at least three referees) through the NTU career portal http://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-in-English_R00017600

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:

Chair, Search Committee for English

Email: [email protected]

Overview

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives.

An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 15 in the world for research impact in the field of Education.

The English Language and Literature Department (ELL) at the National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, invites qualified applicants to apply for the Assistant Professor / Associate Professor position in the area of English Language and Literacy Education (Primary level /Young learners), with a preference for candidates with research and teaching experience in multilingual settings. As one of the most highly ranked education institutions in the world, NIE is at the forefront of education research. As an academic department within an institution devoted to teacher education, ELL is dedicated to innovative teaching and high-quality research in the areas of English language and linguistics, literature, and English teacher education. We have a strong and diverse team of highly dedicated faculty members engaged in cutting-edge disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and education research who are committed to bringing theoretically robust and practice relevant perspectives to classrooms. Our mission is to develop critically engaged, socially responsible, knowledgeable, and passionate individuals and English teachers for the 21st century.

Requirements

Applicants should minimally satisfy the following criteria:

· a PhD or EdD qualification in the area of English Language and Literacy education from a university of good international standing
(applicants who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered but PhD/EdD must be in hand for the appointment);

· an established track record of academic research, presentations, relevant publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals in the area of English Language and Literacy at the primary level/for young learners and preferably within multilingual settings;

· an established record of excellent teaching and supervision in relevant areas at undergraduate or graduate levels (preferably both); and

· demonstrate academic leadership and service in their university and department, and in the profession.

Additional requirements for Associate Professor:

· Excellent track record as an Assistant/Associate Professor in reputable universities;

· An excellent record in securing and managing competitive grants, producing impactful research results, and engaging in innovative, collaborative research pursuits; and

· Good international network of scholarly collaborators.

The following are preferred qualifications/experiences for the position:

1. Experience as an English language/literacy teacher in K-12 settings; and
2. Experience as teacher or teacher educator in multilingual settings.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

· contribute to teaching and course development at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as related activities such as supervision of teaching practice, and thesis supervision and examination;

· develop a robust research agenda and maintain a strong publication record;

· undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and to contribute to other service-related activities at the department or institution level;

· establish partnerships with local and international researchers and practitioners to explore avenues for research and teaching that will create an impact in the discipline and/or educational practice; and

· (For Associate Professor level) mentor junior faculty members and serve in NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, to the Singapore Ministry of Education, and to other public education-related organizations if requested.

We Offer

· An active and vibrant research environment and a highly collegial departmental culture;

· Excellent R&D infrastructure and opportunities for research funding;

· Attractive research start-up grants and PhD student scholarships; and

· A competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following to us through :

https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant---Associate-Professor-in-English-Language-and-Literacy-Education--Primary-level--Young-learners---ELL---NIE-_R00017556

· A cover letter;

· A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records;

· A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages);

· A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and student feedback on teaching (maximum 2 pages);

· Two sample publications; and

· Names, addresses, and email addresses of three academic referees.

Please note that shortlisted applicants will be first invited for an online interview. If selected to proceed to the next round, they will be invited for a campus visit where they will be expected to present a job talk, and to conduct a lesson in their area of expertise for our students at NIE.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ELL can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-groups/english-language-and-literature

For enquiries, interested applicants may write to Associate Professor Csilla Weninger, Head of ELL, at [email protected].

Note to applicants

Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).

Overview

The Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore comprises the Chinese, Malay, and Tamil Divisions. ALC’s vision is to work towards the mission of NIE and establish ALC as a Centre of Excellence for Chinese, Malay and Tamil Languages, Literature, Culture and Education. We aim to nurture excellent teacher-researchers devoted to the development and promotion of mother tongue language education, Asian values and cultures as pillars of Singapore’s national identity and harmony. Mother tongue language teachers who enrol in our programmes can expect to receive a firm academic foundation with current knowledge in education research. ALC’s research places emphasis on high-impact interdisciplinary content, pedagogical innovation, challenging existing theories and extending the prevalent boundary of Asian studies.

ALC invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for a faculty position in its Malay language and culture division. The Malay division of ALC provides training for Malay language teachers through both pre-service and professional development programmes in Singapore.

Requirements

· Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Linguistics, with a strong interest not only in their specialized field/s of linguistics but also in at least one of the following: translation, bilingualism, first/second language acquisition, teaching Malay as a mother tongue/second language

· Extensive experience and expertise in research in the above fields

· Native or near-native competence in oral and written Malay and English

· Demonstrate strong ability for effective undergraduate and graduate level teaching

· Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore education system

· A degree or diploma in education is preferred

· Individuals with exceptional promise for or a proven record of research achievements in the field of emerging technologies such as Adaptive Learning powered by AI is preferred.

Responsibilities

· Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a strong research and publication record

· Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, including academic supervision of undergraduate and graduate student research projects

· Supervise and mentor undergraduate student teachers in their school teaching practice

· Build connections with the local and global professional community

· Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of the service

(For Associate Professor level) Mentoring of young faculty members and serve in the NIE/NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following documents to us through: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Associate-Assistant-Professor-in-Malay-Language--ALC---NIE-_R00017473-1

· A cover letter

· A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records

· A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages)

· A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and student feedback on teaching (maximum 2 pages)

· Three sample publications (in English and/or Malay)

· Names, addresses, email addresses and brief biography of three academic referees

Please note that shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, present a job talk, and to conduct a lesson in their area of expertise for our students at NIE.

Closing Date

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ALC can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.

For enquiries on the available position, interested applicants may email to the Assistant Head/ALC (Malay), Dr Sa’eda Buang, at [email protected]

Note to applicants

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified (via email).

Overview

The Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) at the National Institute of Education in Singapore comprises the Chinese, Malay, and Tamil Divisions. ALC’s vision is to work towards the mission of NIE and establish ALC as a Centre of Excellence for Chinese, Malay and Tamil Languages, Literature, Culture and Education. We aim to nurture excellent teacher-researchers devoted to the development and promotion of mother tongue language education, Asian values and cultures as pillars of Singapore’s national identity and harmony. Mother tongue language teachers who enrol in our programmes can expect to receive a firm academic foundation with current knowledge in education research. ALC’s research places emphasis on high-impact interdisciplinary content, pedagogical innovation, challenging existing theories and extending the prevalent boundary of Asian studies.

ALC invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for a faculty position in its Chinese language and culture division. The Chinese division of ALC provides training for Chinese language teachers through both pre-service and professional development programmes in Singapore.

Requirements

· Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Applied Linguistics, with a strong interest in second language acquisition, curriculum development, and the pedagogy of teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills both as a mother tongue and as a second language to children and adolescents

· Extensive experience and expertise in research in the above fields

· Native or near-native competence in oral and written Chinese and English

· Demonstrate strong ability for effective undergraduate and graduate level teaching

· Sufficient knowledge of the Singapore curriculum and the Singapore education system

· Sufficient knowledge of the Global Chinese curriculum and the education system for international schools (preferred).

Responsibilities

· Lead or collaborate on funded research projects and maintain a strong research and publication record

· Teach undergraduate and postgraduate level courses in curriculum development and pedagogy in the Chinese language

· Supervise and mentor undergraduate student teachers in their school teaching practice

· Supervise Masters and PhD dissertation work

· Undertake any administrative duties required as exigencies of the service

(For Associate Professor level) Mentoring of young faculty members and serve in the NIE / NTU committees, and offer professional services to schools, the Ministry of Education and other public education-related organizations on a request basis.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following documents to us through: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Associate-Assistant-Professor-in-Chinese-Language--ALC---NIE-_R00017472

· A cover letter

· A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records

· A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages)

· A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and student feedback on teaching (maximum 2 pages)

· Three sample publications (in English and/or Chinese)

· Names, addresses, email addresses and brief biography of three academic referees

Please note that shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, present a job talk, and to conduct a lesson in their area of expertise for our students at NIE.

Closing Date

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Other Information

More information on ALC can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-groups/asian-languages-and-cultures.

For enquiries on the available position, interested applicants may email to the Assistant Head/ALC (Chinese), Dr Luo Qingming, at [email protected]

Note to applicants

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified (via email).

We are looking to appoint a full-time Project Officer at the School of Humanities in Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

The incumbent will join the Linguistics and Multilingual Studies (LMS) Department working on a project titled ‘Performance-interpretability Tradeoff in Discourse Research’ led by Professor Dennis Tay. The position is a fixed term post for 17 months.

About the Project

The performance-interpretability tradeoff (PIT) in data science and AI refers to the balance between how well a statistical/machine learning model performs, and how readily humans can comprehend it. This project investigates the nature and characteristics of PIT in discourse research, focusing on the following:

i) the (strategically) indeterminate nature of PIT

ii) PIT in time-based algorithms and discourses

iii) conceptual relationship(s) between PIT and ‘mixed-methods’ discourse research, with subsequent developments based on emergent findings.

Discourse datasets to be investigated include psychological counseling, social media, academic lectures, and other relevant time-based contexts, while time-based algorithms include LSTM, ARIMA time series, and survival regression models. The project also aims to design and develop relevant pedagogical resources aimed at students and the general public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and collecting language and discourse datasets across different domains
• Assist in pre-processing discourse data for analysis
• Assist in preparation of research output, pedagogical resources, and/or other project-related deliverables

Job Requirements:

• Good Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, language studies, data science, or related fields
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Natural Language Processing and Python / R is an advantage

Interested applicants may apply with submission of the Curriculum Vitae.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Corp Lab in NTU is looking for a Research Engineer I or II to work on Large Language Models for Health. This role requires a passion for innovation, the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment, and a commitment to contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in project-based research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and team members/engineers to design and implement LLMs-based conversational agents.
• Assist in data and LLM analysis and conducting experiments for project-based research questions.
• Assist in developing algorithms and models based on existing LLMs to enhance multi-turn conversations, proactive inquiry, and knowledge-guided common-sense reasoning in conversational agents.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s Degree in computer science/engineering.
• Solid knowledge in Natural Language Processing, LLMs, or conversational AI.
• Proficient in programming languages and frameworks relevant to machine learning, specifically Python and PyTorch.
• Able to test, debug and optimize existing code base and other features.
• Excellent communication skills and good problem-solving skills.
• Relevant publication record in NLP and conversational AI is preferred.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Corp Lab in NTU is looking for a research scientist to independently conduct research with strong self-motivation and exploration spirit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality research on LLMs-based conversational agents.
• Develop new algorithms and models to enhance multi-turn conversations, proactive inquiry, and knowledge-guided common-sense reasoning.
• Conduct experiments to gain insights on project-related research questions and publish findings in top-tier conferences.
• Apply research outcomes to conversational agents in medical and e-commerce scenarios.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. Degree in Computer Science and Engineering or related field.
• Expertise in Natural Language Processing, LLMs and conversational research.
• Demonstrated publication record in top-tier conferences such as ACL, AAAI, NeurIPS, ICLR, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating algorithms and models, particularly in LLMs and Conversational AI.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment, with excellent communication skills for presenting research findings.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Corp Lab in NTU is looking for a Research Engineer I who will conduct cutting-edge research on large language models (LLMs) for Southeast Asian languages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research in the field of neural networks, natural language processing (NLP), and large language models (LLMs)
• Critically evaluate existing literature and propose new ideas under supervision
• Write papers and present the research work to a wide audience

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and above in computer science, artificial intelligence, or related disciplines
• Strong background in Python and PyTorch programming
• Excellent mathematical literacy and familiarity with linear algebra and probability theory
• Curiosity, keen observation, grit, and communication skills
• Keen observation for clues that most people may overlook
• Excellent oral and written communication in English
• Excellent teamwork, sense of responsibility, and interpersonal skills

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

School of Humanities

Nanyang Technological University

English

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities at NTU Singapore pursues disciplinary excellence and promotes interdisciplinary teaching and research. The School aims to equip our students with up-to-date knowledge, critical thinking competence, research expertise, and communication skills to enable them to realize their potential and aspirations and to make lasting contributions to Singapore and beyond.

Assistant Professor of English: Creative Writing

The School of Humanities invites suitable candidates to apply for a faculty position in Creative Writing at the rank of Assistant Professor. The area of specialization and competence is Creative Writing: Poetry. Candidates must have a considerable track record of poetry publications, while an interest in the digital humanities and/or artificial intelligence may be of benefit.

The successful applicant will teach courses in Creative Writing, supervise graduate theses, and contribute to the ongoing development of Creative Writing as an important academic discipline in the school. The English department at SoH offers an undergraduate minor in Creative Writing, as well as postgraduate creative/critical degrees by research (MA and PhD), and elective courses in Publishing.

Requirements

Candidates who have the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• PhD or equivalent professional qualification in Creative Writing, English, or a related field
• Teaching specialism in creative writing at undergraduate and/or graduate level
• International profile as a published poet
• An active creative writing publishing agenda

Remuneration

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure

Applications received by the 30th July 2023 will receive full consideration. The position is open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and Google Scholar citation report (if available) through the NTU career portal https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-of-English--Creative-Writing_R00013874

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:

Chair, English CW Search Committee

Email: [email protected]

Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA) at NTU is Asia’s leading institution in public administration education and research. Through its varied premium programmes and activities, NCPA actively promotes good governance and public services, facilitates knowledge exchanges, and strengthens cooperation among governments across the world. (Please refer to the website for more information: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/ncpa).

The Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA) is looking for a motivated and independent Assistant Manager to support the department with the planning and operations of the Executive Development Programmes (English) as well as activities and organization of recruitment campaign for the graduate programmes (English).

Responsibilities:

Executive Development Programme (English):

• Assist with administrative planning of the Executive Development Programme (EDP) for ASEAN countries and beyond.
• Build good rapport with partners in ASEAN countries.
• Collaborate and coordinate with sponsors providing relevant reports and updates.
• Prepare write-ups on executive programmes for website and annual reports to promote EDP’s ASEAN focus.

Graduate Programme (English):

• Support in implementing strategic marketing, recruitment, and advertising plans for NCPA Graduate to attract and grow potential students.
• Identify and report on recruitment strategies, social media campaigns, brand positioning, trends, and opportunities in the higher education sector.
• Prepare write-ups for website and annual reports to promote programmes interdisciplinary nature.
• Collaborate effectively with local and foreign government agencies / organizations to promote NCPA Graduate Programmes (English).

NCPA –Tasks at Centre Level:

• Undertake special assignments and related duties as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant working experience, preferably in tertiary institutions.
• Prior experience working with international delegations and graduate students will be advantageous.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-cultural and collaborative settings.
• Service oriented experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Meticulous with an eye for detail and keen appreciation for quality documentation.
• Good knowledge of IT and Microsoft Office applications
• Good at multi-tasking and manage deadlines.
• Positive work attitude, team player and service oriented.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, proactive and can work independently.
• Resourceful and problem solver.
• Good understanding of the latest marketing trends and best practices.

Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA) at NTU is Asia’s leading institution in public administration education and research. Through its varied premium programmes and activities, NCPA actively promotes good governance and public services, facilitates knowledge exchanges, and strengthens cooperation among governments across the world. (Please refer to the website for more information: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/ncpa).

The Centre is looking for a motivated and independent Executive to support RO in the management of graduate programmes (English) as well as the activities and operations of the team.

The executive is a critical member in providing administrative and operational support to the graduate programme in a professional and timely manner.  He/ She will provide administrative support in a full spectrum of graduate academic activities under the graduate programmes delivered in English.  This includes programme planning and implementation, operations and support, scholarship, course administration, teaching resources, collation of statistics, facilitate examination and students’ activities.

The job responsibilities include:

Course advisory responsibilities:

• Provide course consultation (phone / email / walk-ins) to individuals and company representatives.
• Proactively develop and follow up on leads to achieve specific targets for a portfolio of courses
• Build and maintain the highest standard of customer relationships by handling phone and walk-in enquiries.
• Monitor and provide regular updates to management on application status in a timely manner.

Course administration responsibilities:

• Assume role of primary point of contact between students, faculty and internal/external stakeholders on programme matters.
• Engage with director and faculty on course curriculum, schedules, and delivery.
• Support application and admissions of new intakes
• Maintain and follow the progress of all applications, and to communicate to prospective and matriculated students.
• Plan and schedule semester and examination timetable
• Ensure timely billing and collection of tuition fees, and processing of scholarships.

Course logistics responsibilities:

• point of contact for graduate students and actively engage them on course related matters such as pre-course preparation, assignment, examination and etc
• Work closely with director and faculty by providing them with useful information and feedback on students for optimum engagement.
• Liaise closely with service providers / vendors on delivery, ensure quality products and services provided.
• Ensure seamless programme execution and positive students experience.
• Maintain standard operating procedures with the goal of achieving the highest service standard delivered.

Other Duties:

• Support and coordinate centre events and activities
• Undertake special assignments and related duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Prior work experience in the area of education, student engagement, or event management will be an added advantage
• Commitment & Interest in students/ programme management
• Meticulous, self-motivated and a team player
• Resourceful, customer-oriented, and enjoy working with people
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good interpersonal skill with positive and service-oriented attitude
• Provide excellent customer service to external stakeholders
• Adaptable, takes initiative, and can work independently
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines

Lecturer for “Inquiry and Communication in an Interdisciplinary World” in the Language and Communication Centre

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities (SoH), Nanyang Technological University invites applications for Lecturer positions for a course titled “Inquiry and Communication in an Interdisciplinary World” in the Language and Communication Centre.

New Curriculum

NTU is transforming its education objectives towards more interdisciplinarity and collaborative learning for the foundation years of its undergraduate curriculum. A new interdisciplinary and collaborative curriculum was introduced in the academic year of 2021 to develop students’ cognitive agility, competence, and character, besides their disciplinary major. This new curriculum consists of a set of 7 core courses which will form part of the overall degree requirement in all NTU undergraduate programmes. The courses will be concentrated over the first two years of study comprising mixed classes of students from different disciplinary programmes, so that they can embrace multidisciplinary group learning as part of the overall academic expectation from the start of their university education. Students will collaborate in different teams for their course projects or assignments.

Content for the 7 common core courses is developed by a diverse mix of faculty and integrated to understand issues from various perspectives. Aligned with the learning outcomes of the desired attributes of an NTU graduate, the courses are curated to focus on key transferable skills and the global challenges of the modern world. The courses will adopt the flipped classroom and collaborative learning pedagogy, with content made available prior to classes, to facilitate collaborative discussion through group-based activities during class time.

About the School of Humanities

A dynamic hub of research excellence, the School of Humanities provides a rigorous and holistic education to develop students into well-rounded individuals who are able to think critically and articulate their ideas clearly and confidently.

The Language and Communication Centre in the School of Humanities offers communication courses to undergraduate and graduate students across the university, particularly in the disciplines of engineering, the humanities, sciences, and social sciences.

Requirements

The School of Humanities seeks to fill 1 Lecturer position in the Language and Communication Centre. Instructors are sought for a course titled “Inquiry and Communication in an Interdisciplinary World,” one of the core courses in its new Interdisciplinary Collaborative Curriculum (ICC) for all NTU undergraduates. This foundational course will develop students’ written and oral communication skills, as well as their ability to read and analyse texts.

Successful candidates will be expected to teach academic writing and communication skills, and to conduct research.

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• PhD in Applied Linguistics, English for Academic Purposes, Linguistics, Literature, or Rhetoric and Composition
• Experience in teaching academic and/or discipline-specific writing
• Interest in new media and digital literacy
• An active research agenda

Application

Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, teaching evaluations, names and contact details of at least three referees) through the NTU career portal: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Lecturer-for--Inquiry-and-Communication-in-an-Interdisciplinary-World--in-the-Language-and-Communication-Centre_R00014369.

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:

Director, Language and Communication Centre

Email: [email protected]

Applications will be open until 16 Sep 2023.

Hiring Institution: NTU