Principal/Senior Lecturer & Consultant, Data Science

About the role

We are seeking a senior data science expert to join NUS-ISS as a Principal/Senior Lecturer and Consultant. In this full‑time position you will shape executive education and graduate programmes, guiding working professionals and graduate students through real‑world data and AI challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver graduate and executive courses in data science, artificial intelligence and analytics.
• Create immersive learning experiences using hands‑on labs, case studies, simulations and project work.
• Collaborate with industry partners to align curriculum with evolving business needs.
• Provide thought leadership by speaking at conferences, contributing to professional communities and influencing NUS‑ISS strategic direction.
• Mentor learners on projects, career pathways, applied research and support internships and capstone outcomes.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, AI or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of hands‑on experience in data science, AI or analytics, preferably in banking, FinTech, insurance or investment banking.
• Strong track record of leading applied projects that deliver measurable business impact.
• Confidence engaging senior professionals and adapting to diverse learning environments.
• Continuous learning mindset and curiosity about emerging technologies.

Required skills

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Generative AI
• Python
• R
• SQL
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• MLOps frameworks
• TensorFlow