Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank) Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)
Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)
Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)

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Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)
Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)
Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)Job Description

British University Vietnam invites experienced candidates with international qualifications to apply for faculty positions in Professional Communication at the following levels:

TEACHING PRACTITIONERS – Teachers with specialist industry experience

TEACHING FELLOWS – Teachers with academic experience (no PhD)

SENIOR TEACHING FELLOWS – Teachers with academic and research experience (no PhD)

ASSOCIATE LECTURERS – Teachers with academic experience (enrolled in PhD)

LECTURERS – Teachers with academic experience (with PhD)

SENIOR LECTURERS – Teachers with academic and research experience (with PhD)

In addition, we welcome applications from candidates interested in academic management in this field, including but not limited to the role of Programme Leader.

ABOUT BRITISH UNIVERSITY VIETNAM (BUV)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and Staffordshire University. BUV is rated a 5-star university of excellence by the world recognised QS accreditor, and is also recognised with a University-wide accreditation from the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

Our Professional Communications degree is new for 2024 and will be delivered in partnership with a new UK partner. Please see our website for details: https://www.buv.edu.vn/undergraduate/ba-hons-professional-communication-business-design-strategy/

BUV has three main brand drivers:

  • Offering accredited British and international higher education and training in Vietnam.
  • Providing 5-star university campuses, learning spaces, and services.
  • Including a compulsory personal and social growth program that prepares students for the future of life and work.

Established in 2009, BUV provides teaching for undergraduate and graduate programmes. Employability rates for students are exceptionally high with 100% of graduates from BUV either employed or continuing higher education within 3 months after graduation.

With a wide network of more than 300 enterprise partners in various fields, and 12-week internship programmes, BUV helps students gain professional knowledge and practical skills to meet employers’ requirements as well as be ready to develop their careers immediately after graduation.

Students study at BUV’s award winning campus in the Ecopark township near Hanoi. With its state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and an iconic design, BUV is recognised as one of the best educational environments in South East Asia.

For more details, please visit our website at https://www.buv.edu.vn/

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Delivered in partnership between the School of Creative Industries and the Business School, BA (Hons) Professional Communication (Business, Design & Strategy) is an innovative degree designed to equip students with conceptual and practical creative skills, together with strategic business acumen, needed to operate and manage effectively across a variety of disciplines (Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations) within today’s ever-evolving communications industry.

We welcome academics from the following fields to apply in support of this new and exciting programme:

  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Communications Design
  • Communications Strategy
  • Creative Direction
  • Copywriting
  • Digital Media
  • Multimedia Production
  • Entrepreneurship (in the Communications or Creative Industries)

(others considered, depending on experience)

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Lecturers / Senior Lecturers (Academic Levels B & C)

(Essential)

  • PhD or Doctoral qualifications and master’s degree in a relevant discipline area from an internationally recognized institution
  • University or postgraduate teaching experience in related fields having taught programmes where instruction is 100% English.
  • Higher education teaching qualification, recognition, or accreditation, or willingness to work towards this.
  • Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop teaching programmes and the provision of learning support.
  • Knowledge of higher education and ability to use a range of up-to-date delivery techniques to enthuse and engage students.
  • In-depth understanding of own specialism to enable the development of new knowledge and understanding within the field.
  • Evidence of a positive impact at discipline programme level beyond own teaching.
  • Experience of teaching, curriculum development and quality assurance and enhancement in an HE environment.
  • Research experience.
  • Evidence of high-quality publications or other outputs in research or practice.
  • Understanding of equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student needs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Clean police record.

Associate Lecturers (Academic Level A)

(Essential)

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD or Doctoral programme at an internationally recognised institution
  • Master’s degree in a relevant discipline area from an internationally recognised institution
  • 3 years university or undergraduate teaching experience in a related field having taught programmes where instruction is 100% English.
  • Higher education teaching qualification, recognition, or accreditation, or willingness to work towards this.
  • Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop teaching programmes and the provision of learning support.
  • Knowledge of higher education and ability to use a range of up-to-date delivery techniques to enthuse and engage students.
  • Understanding of equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student need.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Clean police record

Teaching Practitioners / Fellows / Senior Fellows

(Essential)

  • Master’s degree in a relevant discipline area from an internationally recognised institution
  • 3 years university or undergraduate teaching experience in related field having taught programmes where delivery is 100% English.
  • Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop teaching programmes and the provision of learning support.
  • Knowledge of higher education and ability to use a range of up-to-date delivery techniques to enthuse and engage students.
  • Understanding of equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student needs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Clean police record

All Positions

(Desirable)

  • Evidence of excellent teaching identified by peer review.
  • Experience of living and working in Vietnam or Asia
  • Experience of teaching, curriculum development and quality assurance and enhancement in an HE environment.
  • Evidence of a positive impact at a discipline or programme level beyond own teaching
  • Higher education teaching qualification, recognition, or accreditation, or willingness to work towards this.

Academic Levels B and above

  • Evidence of high-quality publications or other outputs in research or practice.
  • Experience of research and evidence of up-to-date research activity.
  • Demonstrable ability to lead research projects, win bids, and generate income.
  • Experience teaching at postgraduate levels

For all positions: Please note that original certificates and degrees will be required on arrival in Vietnam (degree and teaching certificates; CRB or other police checks) are required for work permit purposes.

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BENEFITS

  • Highly competitive salary package (plus benefits) for Vietnamese and expatriate candidates depending on qualifications/experience;
  • 13th month Tet bonus (for Vietnamese candidates);
  • Annual cost of living adjustment;
  • Annual salary increases and bonuses based on performance;
  • Recognition & awards programmes;
  • 20 days annual leave, plus Xmas closure, public holidays and 5 days paid sick leave;
  • Healthcare plan (Private accident, medical, and dental insurance, including annual health checks);
  • Education support for staff, spouse and children;
  • Relocation allowance to cover visa/flights/initial days accommodation
  • Support and assistance in work permit and visa application together with relocation to and settling into living and working in Vietnam;
  • Transportation support;
  • Business travel insurance;
  • Flexible working arrangements;
  • Various staff events throughout the year (outings, year-end party, sports activities and other events);
  • Onsite fitness and sports centre;
  • Opportunity to work within a professional and multicultural environment.
Faculty in Professional Communications (Open rank)Application

Interested candidates should prepare an up-to-date CV, a statement of teaching philosophy and an application letter indicating for which position they are applying. Please then select SUBMIT YOUR CV button on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or email to hr@buv.edu.vn. We will invite short-listed candidates for interviews. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND DIGNITY AT WORK POLICY

All staff are expected to understand and enact the University’s commitment to ensuring equality and diversity in all activities. This commitment is enshrined in the BUV mission statement and our core values.

Every member of staff has a responsibility to ensure colleagues are treated with dignity and respect. The University is committed to creating a work environment for all staff that is free from harassment, intimidation, and any other forms of bullying at work, where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and professional courtesy.

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Contact details

  • Contact Name: Human Resources Department
  • Method of contact: Email or post
  • Address: Ecopark township, Van Giang, Hung Yen
  • Email: hr@buv.edu.vn
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