School of Art, Design and Media

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Part-Time Lecturer for Photography: 2002 History of Photography

The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, invites qualified candidates to apply as a part-time lecturer for an undergraduate course. The part-time position is for teaching History of Photography commencing in August 2024.

This course introduces students to key significant events that informed the emergence of photograph, providing an overview of the evolution of the photographic medium over two hundred years from earliest invention to contemporary innovations. This module examine the emergence of photographic traditions and practices within the context of artistic, cultural, social, scientific, and philosophical forces that shaped particular directions in the medium's development.

Students will learn to use history to inspire and understand new ways of seeing and visualizing the future in their chosen medium or academic pursuit, and learn about various photo inventions, movements, and works in relation to diverse socio-historical-art contexts.

Candidates should have at least a Master's or related field with a track record of production and creative practice in media. Any past teaching experience at Undergraduate Level is preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates with a good understanding of contemporary photographic practices.

For more information on the course and its objectives, please read the Course Content framework here: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/docs/librariesprovider114/adm-information-pdf/undergraduates/course-content/photography/dp2002_public.pdf?sfvrsn=926205de_2

Further information about the University and the School can be viewed at the following websites:

NTU : www.ntu.edu.sg

ADM : www.ntu.edu.sg/adm

Application Procedure:

Please click 'APPLY' button to submit your application.

Closing date for applications: 18 June 2024. The successful candidate is expected to assume duty in August 2023.

Hiring Institution: NTU