CIS - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Economics (Education)

College of Integrative Studies term-track position of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Economics (Education).

The College of Integrative Studies (CIS) at Singapore Management University (SMU) invites applications for the full-time term-track position of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Economics (Education).

The successful candidate will:

1. Deliver a total of 8 classes of Undergraduate courses per year assigned by the College in consultation with the individual faculty member, especially the team-taught mandatory Freshman Economics and Society module;
2. Develop teaching and learning materials for the course curricula, including online material, videos, test banks, grading rubrics, adaptive learning tools, handouts, cases, and textbook, where appropriate (for the team-taught Economics and Society an existing syllabus exists);
3. Provide guidance to students regarding the relevant course material, as well as general programme planning, course selection and related academic matters;
4. Provide service to the School, including participation in events, outreach activities, and student mentoring.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a PhD degree in Economics, experience in active and blended learning pedagogy, and a track record of excellent teaching. Experience in teaching entry-level economics courses and an interest in multidisciplinary work (teaching and/or research) encompassing societal elements is desirable.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit their applications online and attach the following documents in PDF format: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, (3) teaching evaluations (4) names and contact details of 3 referees.

The expected start date is 1 July 2025 or otherwise as mutually agreed. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality and only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Established in 2022, the College of Integrative Studies is SMU’s seventh School and plays a pivotal role in helping students traverse the disciplinary areas associated with the other SMU Schools – Accountancy, Business, Economics, Computing, Law and Social Sciences. The CIS also delivers the University’s Core Curriculum for all students.

The CIS is different in that it emphasises the importance of integrating ideas and perspectives across disciplines to derive new solutions in areas related to SMU’s Strategic Priorities. The College aims to nurture graduates who will confidently navigate the inter-related issues of a complex world, find solutions beyond a single discipline or traditional paradigm, and contribute to industry and society in meaningful ways.