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.

RMIT Vietnam, School of Communication & Design

The School of Communication & Design is committed to providing an international learning environment that encourages cultural awareness, critical thinking, experimentation and, above all, the ability to think differently.

The Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) is the largest undergraduate program within the School of Communication & Design. The program comprises strands in advertising, public relations and media studies. See https://www.rmit.edu.vn/study-at-rmit/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-communication-professional-communication

The role & key responsibilities

The Lecturer in Public Relations is expected to contribute to the teaching and research efforts of the University, in disciplines related to their field of expertise including:

• 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

• Up-to-date experience in any combination of social network strategy, SEO, metrics/analytics, content marketing, influence and/or other related PR specialisations. Skills in content creation for online/mobile/social will be considered favourably.
• 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.

Qualifications and Checks

Mandatory:

• Lecturer: PhD or equivalent relevant doctoral qualification from a recognised institution.
• Associate Lecturer: we may consider an application from an emerging academic who is in the final stages of relevant doctoral study. In this instance, a relevant completed master’s degree from a recognised institution is required.

English Proficiency:

• English – IELTS 7.0 with no band less than 6.5 (or equivalent).

Further information

• To be eligible to be considered for the Lecturer role you will need to be able to evidence to date, a strong and consistent background in relevant international research with a strong publications’ portfolio.
• 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 or Master’s Degree qualification, and you will need to be able to demonstrate at least 5 years of teaching across relevant subjects in a tertiary education environment.

Academic FAQ's RMIT Vietnam.pdf

NEW Information Pack - Foreign Candidates - Academic updated.pdf

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 and flights for dependents.  School tuition support of up to US$15,000 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.
• 20 days annual leave plus 5 days paid leave Xmas closure, plus public holidays and 10 days 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.

How to apply

Please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. We accept applications throughout the year.

During the application process, you will be asked to upload the documents below. We recommend having them ready when you start.

• Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
• Cover letter
• A copy of your current ID
• Proof of highest qualifications
• Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if any)
• Other supporting documentation (if any)

Applications Close:

16 thg 12 2022 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.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us