Job Description

Overview

RMIT University Commitment

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold to the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

Why RMIT University Vietnam?

RMIT Vietnam is committed to excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. We welcome applications from qualified and passionate individuals who share our values and vision. RMIT University has a global reputation and ranks 125th globally and 10th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2025. To learn more about our rankings, please check out our latest facts and figures here Reputation and rankings - RMIT University

RMIT Vietnam has been honoured with the respectable HR Asia Award as Top Employer To Work For in Asia. To find out more about RMIT Vietnam and our current vacancies, please visit our website: https://www.rmit.edu.vn/careers

The Business School – A Hub of Innovation, Excellence, and Global Impact

As the largest academic school at RMIT Vietnam, The Business School is home to over 9,000 students across our Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi campuses. With a diverse and international faculty of more than 160 academic and professional staff from over 15 countries, The Business School offers a dynamic and inclusive environment that fosters excellence in teaching, research, and industry engagement.

Our faculty members are accomplished professionals who have studied, worked, and researched in renowned institutions around the world. Their extensive work experience provides our students with valuable industry insights and in-depth knowledge.

We offer a comprehensive suite of programs—from undergraduate to doctoral levels—designed to prepare students for success in an increasingly complex and fast-paced global business environment.

The Business School is proud to be the first in Vietnam to earn AACSB accreditation, affirming our commitment to world-class standards in business education. Our research strengths span blockchain, cybersecurity, smart cities, and sustainability, contributing to RMIT’s strategic research pillars and shaping the future of business innovation.

As we continue to grow and innovate, we invite passionate professionals to join us in shaping the future of business education in Vietnam and beyond.

More information about The Business School can be found here

Position Summary

The Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer will be required to teach and conduct classes in disciplines relevant to their field of expertise and assist in the academic and administrative, consultative and coordination tasks involved with these courses. Functions associated with the position include presentation of lectures and tutorials, assessment of students and course administration in line with the University’s quality assurance requirements. The Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer is also required to undertake research activities in line with the University’s research strategy. It is expected that the Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer will work under support and guidance to develop expertise in teaching and research with an increasing degree of autonomy.

Key Accountability

• Teach at a level appropriate to skills, primarily at undergraduate and graduate diploma level including: assisting in assessment design; conducting assessment; course evaluation activities; gather and use student feedback to inform improvement of teaching effectiveness.
• Engage in scholarly and professional activities appropriate to the profession or discipline including: publishing and presenting outputs of scholarship at conferences and research forums; contributing to external research funding submissions.
• Participate in University governance activities as requested and undertake administration related to the position.

Key Selection Criteria

• A Master's degree (Associate Lecturer level) or Ph.D. degree (Lecturer level) in the relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and teach programs at undergraduate and post-graduate levels, including online delivery, and the ability to produce high quality curriculum or program materials.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning.
• Evidence of scholarly output including publications, conference contributions and/or technical reports in the field.
• Ability to engage in projects effectively with colleagues, industry and/or government.
• Ability to work autonomously whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment, including the demonstrated ability to confidently and effectively work with colleagues, project team leaders, and industry partners.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage varying workloads and respond to changing priorities as required.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills.
• Recent performance in contributing to student outcomes, enhancing student experience and receiving positive feedback; combined with experience and skill in a teaching setting.
• Ability to operate within own discipline and cross-disciplinary/multidisciplinary teams to achieve department and University strategic outcomes
• Ability to work effectively with peers, utilising strong communication skills to address complex problems and relevant activities.
• Ability to motivate, develop and inspire others through discipline knowledge to raise own profile in the University environment.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position as per the RMIT Behavioural Capability Framework (Connectedness, Commitment to Excellence – Improve and Simplify; Imagination and Innovation; Impact; Inclusion; Agility).

English Proficiency

• 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).
• For Academic Teaching Staff, English Language Proficiency may be proven by showing completion of Ph.D. and/or a Master's qualification whilst being instructed through the medium of English, AND evidence of teaching in an English-speaking environment for the past 24 months.

Background Check

RMIT Vietnam is committed to providing a healthy and safe working, research and learning environment that enhances wellbeing across our community. As part of this commitment, all new employees are required to undergo background checks prior to commencing employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of these checks. The specific requirements may vary depending on the nature of the role, as outlined in our Background Check Matrix.

Work Permit

All foreign employees must adhere to the requirements for obtaining a valid visa and work permit in Vietnam. These requirements are mandated by the Government and may be over and above the mandatory requirements and key selection criteria. Work permit requirements are subject to change.

RMIT Vietnam accepts zero tolerance for non-adherence to the immigration laws of Vietnam.

How to Apply

In order to be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.

Please note, we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.

Important Notice

• Please ensure your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.
• RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.
• For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at employment@rmit.edu.vn

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Applications Close

6 thg 9 2026 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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