Adjunct Lecturer

Temasek Polytechnic

Contract

What the role is

Adjunct Lecturer (Veterinary Technology / Veterinary Wellness Care)

What you will be working on

Temasek Polytechnic is seeking experienced and passionate professionals to join our team as Adjunct Lecturers in the part-time Diploma in Applied Science (Veterinary Technology) and Specialist Diploma in Veterinary Wellness Care courses to teach one or more of the following subject areas:

Subject Areas and Teaching Periods

• Animal Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
• Animal Nutrition (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
• Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals in Veterinary Care (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
• Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
• Animal Behaviour and Enrichment (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
• Clinical Veterinary Nursing (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
• Surgical Nursing and Anaesthesia (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
• Diagnostic and Laboratory Techniques (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
• Professional Practices (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
• Emergency, Medical and Surgical Nursing (Apr 2026 – Sep 2026)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical/practicum sessions either in-person or via online platforms.
• Conduct classes one to two weekday evenings per week (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM) OR Saturdays (before 6:00 PM) within the specified teaching period.
• Facilitate synchronous lectures, tutorials and practical sessions, as well as asynchronous e-learning and self-directed learning, by preparing lesson materials, recording lectures, and creating online assessments.
• Design, develop, and review subject content, including setting and marking of assessments and ensuring timely entry of assessment results.
• Provide academic guidance and support to students related to the subject matter.
• Participate in subject review discussions with the designated Subject Leader at the end of the semester.

What we are looking for

• Qualification and relevant expertise in at least one of the subject areas listed above.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in the veterinary sector, with hands-on involvement in clinical practice, animal rehabilitation, nutrition, or wellness care.
• Proficient in handling and delivering veterinary care to animals, particularly companion animals and/or exotic species.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine interest in mentoring and engaging adult learners.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate learning, with experience in adult education, training delivery, or instructional design for workshops or courses considered an advantage.
• Experience in developing e-learning materials or using digital tools to support learning will be an added benefit.

About Temasek Polytechnic

Established in 1990, Temasek Polytechnic (TP) is a leading institution of high learning nestled by the idyllic shores of Bedok Reservoir in Tampines. TP takes pride in equipping our students with lifelong skills and digital knowledge for a future of dynamic change.
TP's caring and vibrant culture is firmly rooted in our core values which drive a spirit of innovation, with a focus on industry, globalization and sustainability. "TP Cares" is our clarion call to ensure that our diverse community of learners has the opportunity to achieve their personal best, so that they can contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Learner. Creator. Leader
We envision the TP graduate as a values-led leader with vision, character and heart, excelling in the academic domain and beyond, and rising to the challenge of creating tomorrow.

About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Temasek Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.