- Location
- Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Closing date
- 2 weeks ago
- Source
- Workday
Description
[What the role is]
As academic staff, you will play an active role in the academic, professional and personal development of your learners to prepare them for work & life. You will mentor PET and CET learners in transforming IT solutions into viable startup ventures, bridging technical innovation with business success.[What you will be working on]
Curriculum & Teaching
- Design, evaluate, and enhance technopreneurship curricula, and co-develop training content with industry partners and startup ecosystem players
- Teaching and project supervision of PET and CET courses, including professional short courses in lean startup, business modeling, and IT commercialization
- Mentor learners through startup development from ideation to market launch, including business planning, customer validation, and pitch preparation
Industry Collaboration
- Spearhead and identify new opportunities, initiatives, and collaborations with VCs, accelerators, incubators, and corporate partners
- Plan, lead, manage, and undertake IT startup project development with industry and SMEs
- Guide learners in accessing grants (mentorship Support, ECI, Startup SG) and funding opportunities
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[What we are looking for]
Essential:
- At least 3 years of experience working in IT relevant job roles.
- Relevant qualifications in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Business, or related fields
- Good technical background in software development (front-end, back-end, full stack, architecture)
- Proficiency in traditional AI and generative/agentic AI
- Proficiency in cloud technologies
- Strong understanding of startup methodologies, business models, and venture development
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with ability to connect effectively with diverse learners
Good to have:
- Track record in fundraising, scaling startups, or bringing tech products to market
- Network within Singapore's startup ecosystem and familiarity with local funding landscape
- Prior teaching or mentoring experience in entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial mindset with practical, hands-on approach