Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Accounting
Job no: 593280
Work type: Full time - Fixed term/Contract
Location: Vietnam
Categories: Economics / Business, Teaching and Research, Accounting, Audit and Finance

RMIT VIETNAM

RMIT Vietnam, an entity of RMIT University, has campuses in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi since 2001. We provide internationally recognised, high-quality, education and professional training for students, clients and the community, and assist in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region by hosting students from Australia and many other countries.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

RMIT Vietnam’s School of Business and Management has established a reputation for excellence in business and management education, providing high quality, industry responsive programs relevant to the national and global marketplace. Department of Management includes disciplines: Management, Human Resources Management & Entrepreneurship, International Business, Tourism & Hospitality Management, Business Administration.

We deliver work ready graduates. In today’s competitive environment, professionals need the skills to adapt to an ever-changing business world. With RMIT Vietnam's close partnerships with industry, our students are engaged with some of industry’s top business people, receiving knowledge and skills aligned directly with their specific career paths. At RMIT Vietnam, we give our students the skills to address real-world business issues.

ECONOMICS AND FINANCE AT RMIT

As the world’s economic weight continues to shift to Asia, demand is increasing for professionals in economics and finance across the public and private sectors. This program prepares our students for professional roles in an economy that is emerging as a major force in the global marketplace due to growth in new industries, businesses and investment. 

Our students learn to perform high-level financial and economic analyses while developing cutting-edge knowledge and skills in trending areas.   Courses in the areas of financial technology, blockchain economy, cryptofinance and cryptocurrency will help to prepare you for a future in a field shaped by disruptive technologies.   Developing a range of soft skills will ensure that you can communicate effectively with clients and colleagues in the workforce.

YOUR ROLE

When you join our Economics and Finance Team as either a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer you will bring your expert knowledge, education and experience to add significant value and impact to the teaching, research and industry engagement related activities involved in this role.   As an academic member of staff, you can expect to team across undergraduate and post graduate programs whilst developing your own scholarly, research and professional capabilities.   You will actively promote the program through establishing and maintaining networks and partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities (locally and internationally).  INSERT JD

CULTURE

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.   Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

ABOUT YOU

• PhD in Accounting or related Doctoral qualification.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of accounting and accounting related subjects. 
• Industry experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and post-graduate levels, including online delivery and, the ability to produce high quality curriculum or program materials.
• Industry experience is desirable.
• Well established and consistent internationally ranked publication record for Senior Lecturer appointment.
• Highly rated performance relating to student outcomes, student experience and feedback
• Excellent team player
• Culturally adept and agile.

BENEFITS

• 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 upon commencement of role (with support to relocate overseas candidate (and family) from home location to Vietnam under current global COVID19 restrictions) + private medical insurance
• Local candidates: 13th month Tet bonus + private medical insurance (for you and your dependents) + annual health check.
• 20 days annual leave plus 5 days paid leave Xmas closure, plus public holidays and paid sick leave.
• Support and guidance from experienced Mobility Advisor to assist in work permit and visa application together with relocation to and settling into living and working in Vietnam.

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 5 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). 

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your CV, covering letter, and a separate document addressing the Key Selection criteria by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below. 

Advertised: 08 Apr 2021 SE Asia Standard Time

Applications close: 09 May 2021 SE Asia Standard Time