37.1793, Jobs: Applied Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, Language Acquisition, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology and Literacy Development (Secondary Level), National Institute of Education

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Subject: 37.1793, Jobs: Applied Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, Language Acquisition, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology and Literacy Development (Secondary Level), National Institute of Education

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Date: 15-May-2026
From: Yee Hui Mei [huimei.yee at nie.edu.sg]
Subject: Applied Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, Language Acquisition, Ling & Literature, Sociolinguistics: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology and Literacy Development (Secondary Level), National Institute of Education


Job Location: Singapore
Job Title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching
Methodology and Literacy Development (Secondary Level)
Job Rank: Lecturer, Senior Lecturer

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Discourse Analysis; Language
Acquisition; Ling & Literature; Sociolinguistics

Description:
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology
and Literacy Development (Secondary Level)
English Language and Literature Department
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 10
in the world for research impact in the field of Education.
The English Language and Literature Department (ELL) at the NIE,
invites qualified applicants to apply for the Lecturer up to Senior
Lecturer position, specializing in the area of English Language
Teaching and Literacy Development (Secondary level). 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 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/Linguistics, Literacy or Language Education (applicants who
are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered
but PhD/EdD must be in hand for the appointment);
 - experience teaching English at the school level (K-12), preferably
in Singapore schools;
 - experience teaching Secondary Literature would be an advantage;
 - an established record of excellent teaching at the tertiary level
as evidenced, among others, by student feedback on teaching;
 - experience in designing, teaching, and managing courses in areas
relevant to the position at the tertiary level;
 - experience of teaching different profiles and levels of students,
e.g. students across different disciplines, undergraduates and
graduate students;
 - a research agenda and research experience relevant to English
Language Teaching or Literacy Development.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
 - contribute to teaching and course development in the areas
reflected in the position, and particularly in language teaching
pedagogies, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. They may also be
engaged in related activities such as supervision of teaching practice
and undergraduate research projects;
 - engage in research and maintain a good publication record;
 - establish professional connections with local and international
researchers and practitioners involved in the specific expertise area;
 - undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and contribute to
other service-related activities at the department or institution
level.
We Offer:
 - An active and vibrant research environment and a highly collegial
departmental culture;
 - Excellent R&D infrastructure and opportunities for research
funding;
 - 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/Lecturer---Senior-Lecturer-in-English-Language-Teaching-Methodology-and-Literacy-Development--Secondary-level---ELL---NIE-_R00024548
 - 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 teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of
teaching excellence, (maximum 2 pages);
 - Student feedback on teaching (if available);
 - A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages);
 - Statement on Service Contributions and Academic Leadership (if
any);
 - One sample publication; 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 14 August 2026 or 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 head.ell at nie.edu.sg.
Note to applicants:
Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).

Application Deadline: 14-Aug-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        Singapore
Web Address for Applications:
https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Lecturer---Senior-Lecturer-in-English-Language-Teaching-Methodology-and-Literacy-Development--Secondary-level---ELL---NIE-_R00024548
Contact Information:
        Associate Professor Csilla Weninger, Head of ELL
        Email: head.ell at nie.edu.sg



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