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Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch JobsJob DescriptionJob Title: Teaching Assistant (Communications and New Media)Posting Start Date: 11/03/2025Job Description:Job DescriptionTeaching Assistants (Communications and New Media) (2 x Positions)We seek applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: interactive writing; data journalism; digital/transmedia storytelling; media production; corporate communication; public relations; campaign management; social media PR; public relations writing; user experience design; media policy; public speaking; digital storytelling; interactive media design; digital/social media for strategic communication; game design; interdisciplinary topics like basic chemistry, biology, physiological medicine, etc;QualificationsSuccessful candidates must possess a good Honours degree in communication or a closely related discipline, along with skills and expertise in the relevant field by the start date of the appointment. A genuine enthusiasm for working closely with students and a dedicated commitment to fostering student learning are indispensable qualities. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, exhibit meticulous attention to detail, and be proficient in computer applications such as MS Office.Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Course Coordinators and other team members involved in the courses to ensure effective design, delivery, supervision, and assessment that focuses on the students' learning journey.
  • Provide support to students during office hours.
  • Provide administrative support and assist in the day-to-day running of the course(s), including assessment grading.
  • Prepare course-related educational resources and materials.
  • Fulfill service role/s within the department.
  • Instruct a total of five (5) courses each academic year.
  • Support educational-related activities in the department.
How to Apply (Closing Date: 15 April 2025)Interested applicants are required to submit a complete application dossier as listed below for full consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
  • A Cover Letter
  • Detailed CV, including education, professional background, teaching and supervision, research activities, honours and awards, and service accomplishments to date. List all academic and non-academic positions. Name and contact of your PhD supervisor (if applicable).
  • Scanned copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
  • A preface (maximum 300 words) that makes your appointment. This should be a highly distilled summary of your key contribution to student learning and educational leadership, guided by your teaching philosophy.
  • A Teaching Statement that focuses on evidence of student learning and educational leadership (if applicable). Examples of consideration that can guide the candidate in making a case for teaching impact and leadership, with a focus on self, students, others, scholarship, future plans.
  • Teaching evaluations and peer review reports, if available. Other evidence of teaching excellence and/or other contributions to education e.g. curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, etc. should be provided.
  • A Diversity Statement (1 page)
  • Able to teach at least three (3) GE/HS/NM-coded courses offered by the department under
programme.Enquiries may be directed to [email protected]. Further information about working at the National University of Singapore is available at
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Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch JobsJob DescriptionJob Title: Teaching Assistant (Communications and New Media)Posting Start Date: 11/03/2025Job Description:Job DescriptionTeaching Assistants (Communications and New Media) (2 x Positions)We seek applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: interactive writing; data journalism; digital/transmedia storytelling; media production; corporate communication; public relations; campaign management; social media PR; public relations writing; user experience design; media policy; public speaking; digital storytelling; interactive media design; digital/social media for strategic communication; game design; interdisciplinary topics like basic chemistry, biology, physiological medicine, etc;QualificationsSuccessful candidates must possess a good Honours degree in communication or a closely related discipline, along with skills and expertise in the relevant field by the start date of the appointment. A genuine enthusiasm for working closely with students and a dedicated commitment to fostering student learning are indispensable qualities. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, exhibit meticulous attention to detail, and be proficient in computer applications such as MS Office.Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Course Coordinators and other team members involved in the courses to ensure effective design, delivery, supervision, and assessment that focuses on the students' learning journey.
  • Provide support to students during office hours.
  • Provide administrative support and assist in the day-to-day running of the course(s), including assessment grading.
  • Prepare course-related educational resources and materials.
  • Fulfill service role/s within the department.
  • Instruct a total of five (5) courses each academic year.
  • Support educational-related activities in the department.
How to Apply (Closing Date: 15 April 2025)Interested applicants are required to submit a complete application dossier as listed below for full consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
  • A Cover Letter
  • Detailed CV, including education, professional background, teaching and supervision, research activities, honours and awards, and service accomplishments to date. List all academic and non-academic positions. Name and contact of your PhD supervisor (if applicable).
  • Scanned copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
  • A preface (maximum 300 words) that makes your appointment. This should be a highly distilled summary of your key contribution to student learning and educational leadership, guided by your teaching philosophy.
  • A Teaching Statement that focuses on evidence of student learning and educational leadership (if applicable). Examples of consideration that can guide the candidate in making a case for teaching impact and leadership, with a focus on self, students, others, scholarship, future plans.
  • Teaching evaluations and peer review reports, if available. Other evidence of teaching excellence and/or other contributions to education e.g. curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, etc. should be provided.
  • A Diversity Statement (1 page)
  • Able to teach at least three (3) GE/HS/NM-coded courses offered by the department under
programme.Enquiries may be directed to [email protected]. Further information about working at the National University of Singapore is available at