What the role is:This is a 2-year position as a Lecturer in the School of Life Sciences & Chemical Technology.What you will be working on:The successful candidate will be mainly responsible for managing the CET programmes and short courses, developing and delivering Continuing Education and Training (CET) in veterinary-related modules, including in-person/online lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and assessments. The candidate will also teach selected Pre-Employment Training (PET) programmes. The candidate will assume the role of an attending veterinarian and a member of the NP Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Lastly, the candidate will engage with industry for collaborations and applied research in animal-related areas such as animal nutrition, veterinary diagnostics, and veterinary clinical practices.Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:Manage the veterinarian-related CET programmes and short courses. Collaborating with associate lecturers on curriculum development, academic administration and learners management to ensure effective course delivery and support.Design, develop, and deliver in-person/online lectures, tutorials, practicals, and assessments for the veterinary-related CET and PET courses, including topics such as animal anatomy and physiology, pathology, immunology, emergency and critical care, and surgical & treatment procedures, etc.Teach approximately 3 evenings and one weekend per week for CET classesConduct business development to support course growth and outreach for CET coursesSupervise and facilitate student-industry collaboration projectsCollaborate with industry partners on training, applied research, and consultancy projects to stay industry relevant.Mentor students in character development, career readiness, and provide pastoral care.Contribute to student-related activities, including leading overseas trips, internships, and outreach events.What we are looking for:Degree in veterinary medicine from a recognised institutionA valid AVS license to practice in SingaporeAt least 3 years of experience working at a veterinary clinic or hospitalCompetent to plan, develop, teach, and support modules related to veterinary science and technology, including but not limited to the following:Animal anatomy and physiologyAnimal pathology and immunologyVeterinary diagnostics, surgical & treatment proceduresClinical diagnostic techniquesEmergency and critical carePain management and anaesthesiaVeterinary PracticesShelter ManagementAble to adopt staggered working hours and conduct lessons in the evenings and/or weekendsPassionate about education and possess a strong interest in nurturing, teaching, mentoring and interacting with youth and adult learnersA team player with strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skillsSelf-driven, independent and able to multitask effectively.Additional qualifications and experiences that are advantageous:Post-Graduate Diploma in Higher Education, Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA)Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP)Diploma in Adult Continuing Education (DACE)About Ngee Ann Polytechnic:At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, our nine academic schools offer over 40 full-time diplomas to a growing student population of more than 15,000. As a public tertiary institution, internationally-recognised for its academic excellence and close industry links, NP prides itself on having a dedicated and professional teaching faculty, complete with campus facilities that are among the finest in the world. An institution of higher learning, Ngee Ann Polytechnic believes in giving every student an enriching learning experience and every employee the opportunity to build a meaningful career. If you are a self-starter with an innovative mind, a versatile person with the drive for all-rounded excellence, and a dedicated team player who shares our vision and values, we invite you to join our inspired team.
