Job Description
My client is the first University of Applied Learning in Singapore, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. centralised campus within the larger digital district will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. It espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. The faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows its graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. The division houses a centralised pool of academic staff under the professional officers’ scheme. The professional officers bring specialised and deep technical expertise developed through extensive industry experience. They provide a critical industry perspective to student learning and applied research, complementing the academic expertise of faculty by translating industry practices and real-world applications into the curriculum. The university is expanding its Robotics and Embodied AI (EAI) capabilities, building a cohort of academic staff who are keen and experienced working on industry problems in relevant areas. Its academic staff will have the opportunity to shape and lead applied research in a unique real-world environment
