Job description

[What the role is]

[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.