Lecturer, Centre for Teaching

Key Responsibilities Academic Support Deliver and/or facilitate modules in subject areas such as Business Communication, Digital Media, English for Business, and Professional Writing. Coordinate with Heads of Programme, Module Leaders, and academic teams on lesson planning, assessments, moderation, and grading processes. Monitor student engagement and academic performance, provide timely feedback, advisement, and progression counselling to support learner success. Academic Quality Assurance Uphold SIM academic policies and quality standards to ensure consistency, fairness, and rigour in teaching, assessment, and grading practices. Participate in academic reviews and contribute to the continuous enhancement of programmes, ensuring alignment with evolving industry trends and future skill requirements. Administrative Collaboration Liaise with internal departments to support effective delivery of teaching, learning, and assessment operations. Contribute to programme-related documentation, academic reporting, and institutional compliance as required. Course Design and Development Design, update, and contextualise course materials for face-to-face, blended, and online delivery formats. Integrate applied knowledge, real-world case studies, and interdisciplinary themes (e.g. digital transformation, sustainability, UX communication) to maintain industry relevance and learner engagement. Collaborate with colleagues and subject matter experts to ensure curricular innovation and practical relevance. Faculty Learning and Development Create and share teaching resources, templates, and good practices to enhance instructional quality across the academic team. Contribute to pedagogical innovation through active participation in faculty learning communities, workshops, onboarding programmes, and academic development events. Provide peer support and consultation on learner-centred teaching strategies, digital tools, and assessment design. Job Requirements Academic Education A Master’s degree in Communication, Media Studies, Applied Linguistics, English, Education, or a closely related discipline is required. A Doctoral degree will be an advantage, depending on the subject area. Experience At least 5 years of relevant teaching, training, or curriculum development experience within Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) or universities. Demonstrated capability in teaching communication-related subjects such as Academic Writing, Media Studies, Professional Communication, or Workplace Literacy. Proven knowledge of curriculum design, instructional strategies, and adult learning principles. Experience working collaboratively with academic teams and/or industry experts to develop practical, applied, and future-focused content. Familiarity with blended and online learning environments, including use of educational technologies (e.g. LMS platforms, video conferencing tools, e-assessment systems) to support learner engagement. Skills Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively across academic and administrative functions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and support diverse learners and colleagues. Proficient in learning management systems, e-learning tools, and digital content creation for teaching. Effective time management and organisational skills, with the capacity to manage academic and administrative responsibilities simultaneously. Personal Attributes Self-motivated, professional, and committed to maintaining high standards of academic quality and student support. Innovative, resourceful, and proactive in addressing instructional needs and enhancing teaching practices. Open to continuous professional development and the adoption of evolving pedagogical approaches. Collegial and collaborative, contributing positively to a supportive and future-oriented academic environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr