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Lecturer In Linguistics And Multilingual Studies

Nanyang Technological University

D22 Jurong, Jurong Island, TuasFull TimeS$6,000 – S$9,000/mo

Posted 15 Jul 2026

About this role

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills that enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond. The School is committed to both disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation and has particular research and teaching interests in Digital Humanities, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities and Global Asian studies. Lecturer in Linguistics and Multilingual Studies (LMS) The School of Humanities invites outstanding academics to apply for faculty positions at the rank of Lecturer. The Division of Linguistics and Multilingual Studies invites applications for a full-time lecturer position. The appointment will be on an initial 3-year contract, with possibility of renewal and promotion. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Linguistics, and possess relevant teaching experience at both the undergraduate and postgraduate level. Candidates should specialise in one or more core areas of linguistics including, but not limited to phonetics/phonology, morphology/syntax, semantics/pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics. The teaching load for a lectureship is 3-4 courses per semester. The appointed candidate is expected to coordinate and teach a range of core and elective courses in the LMS undergraduate curriculum, as well as the Masters of Arts in Linguistics (MALing) Program. The candidate will also be expected to supervise final year undergraduate theses. While this is a teaching position, a demonstrated commitment and track record of research excellence will be an advantage. Application Procedure Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and Google Scholar citation report if available) through the NTU career portal: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Lecturer-in-Linguistics-and-Multilingual-Studies_R00021403. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Enquiries about the position may be addressed to: LMS Search Committee Chair Email: lms-search@ntu.edu.sg

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What does a Lecturer In Linguistics And Multilingual Studies at Nanyang Technological University do?

Young and research intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting high quality research and teaching. Students are given ample opportunities to develop stro…

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Key skills for this role include Contacting candidates, Application Analysis, Proven track record of success, Courses.

How much does a Lecturer In Linguistics And Multilingual Studies at Nanyang Technological University pay?

This role lists a salary of S$6,000 – S$9,000 per month.

Is this Lecturer In Linguistics And Multilingual Studies role remote, hybrid, or on-site?

The listing is based in D22 Jurong, Jurong Island, Tuas. Check the posting for remote or hybrid options.

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