Lecturer in Digital Communication- Hanoi Campus

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RMIT is a global university of technology, design, and enterprise. We are global in footprint and even more importantly, we are global in mindset. We are committed to making a positive impact wherever we go. The wider our reach, the deeper our connections, the greater our impact.

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University with over 1,200 staff and 15,000 students, in three locations, and recently awarded one of the Best Companies to work for in Asia 2023. From a media perspective RMIT Vietnam enjoys a 40% share of voice in the sector. It brings a world-class education and globalised study environment to the heart of Asia, offering programs in business, technology, communication, design, fashion, and English language. It boasts an impressive range of extra-curricular activities that encourage students to innovate and network globally.

Degrees are awarded by RMIT in Australia and taught in English, enabling Vietnamese students (and visiting international students) the opportunity to receive an international education without having to leave home. 

SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION & DESIGN 

The School of Communication & Design (SCD) is committed to providing an international learning environment that encourages cultural awareness, critical thinking, experimentation and - above all - the ability to think differently. Our students develop the competence, confidence and professionalism needed for successful careers in communication, design, fashion, film and video, and languages.

POSITION SUMMARY

We seek an experienced Lecturer/Associate Lecturer in Digital and Social Media Communication.

A flexible attitude and a range of skills related to the conceptualisation, execution and evaluation of digital communication courses is a must, as well as the capability and competence to teach and coordinate a range of relevant courses. The appointee is expected to actively promote both the program and the School through membership of - and links to - academic and professional networks. The appointee will be expected to contribute to multiple programs within the School of Communication & Design including the Bachelor of Games.

The appointee will be located at RMIT’s Hanoi campus and will be expected to travel other RMIT Vietnam campuses as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Undergraduate teaching including designing, conducting and moderating assessment; implementing improvements informed by peer review, course evaluation and/or student feedback.
• Professional activities and/or peer-reviewed research activities appropriate to the discipline including publishing research results in high-quality outlets as lead or co-author.
• Initiate and deliver programs to develop the teaching and/or research skills of academic and professional staff.
• Membership of committees, working parties or other service duties as required.
• Adhere to the Academic Expectations and Development Framework of RMIT Vietnam.

Key Selection Criteria

• All expatriate applicants must have PhD or equivalent relevant Doctoral qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognised institution and at 5 least years of teaching experience in a related field.
• Up-to-date experience in Digital and Social Media Communication.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver undergraduate courses including the production of high-quality online or offline teaching activities and support materials.
• Demonstrated range of skills relating to the conceptualisation, execution and evaluation of courses, including the capability and competence to teach a range of media/communication/cultural studies courses.
• Evidence of achieving course learning outcomes and positive student experiences.
• Demonstrated capacity to undertake course coordination and to cooperate effectively with colleagues.
• Track-record of relevant research activity and peer-reviewed outputs or equivalent.
• Professional experience in the communication/media sector or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the RMIT Behavioural Capability Framework (Connectedness, Commitment to Excellence; Imagination and Innovation; Impact; Inclusion; Agility).

BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Highly competitive VND salary (plus allowances) for local candidates or attractive USD salary package (plus benefits) for expatriate candidates depending on proven track record in meeting all the key selection criteria.
• Expatriate candidates: Relocation allowance and flights for dependents.  School tuition support of up to US$20,000 per child annually, up to 2 children per family; private health insurance coverage for staff and family; annual health check-up; Work Permit for staff, Visa and temporary resident cards for family members
• Local candidates: 13th month Tet bonus + private medical insurance (for you and your dependents) + annual health check

FURTHER INFO

• As an expatriate candidate you will require a work permit to be employed in Vietnam.  To qualify for a work permit you will need a PhD qualification and you will need to be able to demonstrate at least 3 years of teaching across relevant subjects in a tertiary education environment.
• English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS Academic 7.0 and with no band less than 6.5 (or equivalent)

Information pack - Foreign academic candidates

HOW TO APPLY

Please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. With your application please include:

• Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
• Cover letter
• Application

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability to the key selection criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link.

Please note, we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please do not wait until the closing date to apply.

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Applications Close:
4 thg 4 2024 11.59 pm

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

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