[What the role is]
This is a 2-year contract position as a Lecturer, Psychology in the School of Humanities & Interdisciplinary Studies.
[What you will be working on]
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Lecturer to join our academic team, specialising in Psychology and Social & Emotional Wellness. This role involves delivering high-quality education to diploma students whilst contributing to curriculum development and innovation in mental health and wellbeing education.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Teaching & Curriculum Development
- Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in psychology and social & emotional wellbeing modules
- Develop and teach curriculum content for courses including Community Psychology, Mental Wellness, Lifespan Psychology, Social Psychology, Organizational Behaviour
- Design and implement innovative teaching methodologies for both face-to-face and online learning environments
- Integrate social and emotional learning components across interdisciplinary programmes
- Supervise student projects, internships, and research activities
- Collaborate with industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance and graduate employability
- Able to teach at least one evening or weekends in the week
Student Development & Support
- Provide academic guidance and mentorship to students
- Support students' personal and professional development in psychology-related fields
- Facilitate student engagement in community service and mental health advocacy initiatives
- Lead student overseas trips
Professional Engagement
- Maintain active engagement with professional psychology bodies and mental health organisations
- Participate in research activities and scholarly publications
- Contribute to consultancy projects and community outreach programmes
[What we are looking for]
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology
- Relevant professional registration or certification in psychology practice preferred
- Preferably have 3 years of teaching experience in higher education or relevant industry experience
Professional Experience
- 3 or more years of work experience in community psychology, mental health services, or social intervention programmes
- Experience in project supervision and student mentorship
- Preferably has experience in teaching, curriculum development and course delivery
- Knowledge of Singapore's mental health landscape and community services advantageous
Skills & Competencies
- Experience working with diverse populations including youth, adults, and vulnerable communities
- Proficiency in digital learning platforms and educational technology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Data Analytics skills
