Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer, Design Studies

Overview:

RMIT Vietnam is seeking an  Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer, Design Studies to join our academic community and deliver high-quality teaching, research, and student engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator-scholar who is passionate about shaping future-ready graduates and contributing to impactful research. 

WHY JOIN RMIT VIETNAM? 

At RMIT Vietnam, international exposure meets real-world impact through strong industry and government collaboration. Working at RMIT means building a meaningful career while creating impact in a high-performing environment. 

Further insight into our mission, impact and global connections is available in the RMIT Vietnam Profile. 

WHAT WE OFFER

Expatriates 

• Competitive remuneration package USD for expatriate candidates 

• Relocation allowance package from US$6,000 

• Relocation flights from home location to Vietnam for candidate and direct dependents (if applicable) 

• International repatriation flights for the staff and direct dependents at the end of their contract. 

• School tuition fees for children to attend the K-12 program in Vietnam, up to US$20,000 per child or US$40,000 for two children per year. 

• Premium private medical insurance for employee and immediate family, plus Personal Accident Insurance 

• Dedicated support from Global Mobility Team to support with immigration and relocation to Vietnam.  

Vietnamese candidates 

• Competitive remuneration VND package for Vietnamese candidates. 

• 13th month Tet bonus  

• Private Health insurance for you and your family, plus Personal Accident Insurance 

Other benefits 

• Generous annual leave, sick leave, volunteer leave and public holidays (Christmas and Tet Holidays) 

• Professional development and career advancement 

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources 

• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more! 

SCHOOL OF DESIGN & COMMUNICATION

For further information about SCD, please visit our website: https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us/schools-and-centres/school-communication-design

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Lecturer/ Associate Lecturer contributes primarily to teaching and learning within the Design Studies program while maintaining and developing scholarly, research and/or professional practice activities appropriate to the appointment level. Both roles are expected to engage with industry and professional communities and contribute collaboratively to the academic life of the program. Lecturer appointments are additionally expected to demonstrate an emerging research profile and contribute to research leadership and academic development activities.

Specifically, the Lecturer/ Associate Lecturer is responsible for carrying out teaching activities within undergraduate programs and for maintaining and advancing their scholarly, research and/or professional capabilities. The Lecturer/ Associate Lecturer is also expected to actively promote the program by establishing and maintaining memberships, links and partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities. The Lecturer/ Associate Lecturer is expected to work collaboratively and collegially with fellow academics within the teaching team, and update colleagues and students on developments in their subject area or specialisation.

The Lecturer/ Associate Lecturer may undertake course coordination activities where appropriate and will be expected to teach across a range of courses within the Design Studies program. We are specifically looking for candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

Relevant areas of expertise may include:

• Spatial Design, including spatial experience, exhibition design, interior environments, wayfinding, environmental graphics and/or experience-led spaces.
• User Experience (UX) and Interaction Design, including user-centred design, design research, information architecture, prototyping, usability and digital experience design.
• Product Design, including human-centred product development, form and function, prototyping, materials, fabrication and/or digital manufacturing.
• 3D Design and Visualisation, including relevant modelling, rendering and prototyping tools such as Blender and related industry-standard software.

Reports to:                                       Associate Program Manager, Design Studies, Hanoi Campus

Indirectly reports to:                  Senior Program Manager, Design Studies

Reporting lines may be adjusted in line with organisational changes.

KEY ACCOUNTIBILITIES 

For Associate Lecturer and Lecturer position:

• Undergraduate teaching including designing, conducting and moderating assessment, implementing improvements informed by peer review, course evaluation and/or student feedback.
• Maintain professional practice and/or scholarly activity appropriate to the role, including creative practice, exhibitions and/or publications.
• Participate in committees, working parties and service activities.
• Adhere to the Academic Expectations and Development Framework.
• Undertake course coordination where required.

Additional for Lecturer position:

• Contribute to the development of research initiatives and scholarly outputs.
• Initiate and deliver activities that develop the teaching and research capability of academic staff.
• Other duties commensurate with the scope of the role

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• The skillset required would be a practicing designer with a specialist skill (as listed above) but also with a broad background and understanding of other design disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience teaching in studio-based and practice-based learning environments, including facilitating critique, iterative project process development, and collaborative/team-based learning.
• Ability to undertake course coordination where needed.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with other staff and external stakeholders from industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Recent and sustained performance regarding student outcomes, student experience and feedback; combined with experience and skill in a range of teaching settings.
• Ability to operate within own discipline and cross-disciplinary/multidisciplinary teams to achieve department and University strategic outcomes.
• Ability to work with external partners, industries, organisations and communities.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the RMIT Behavioural Capability Framework (Connectedness, Commitment to Excellence; Imagination and Innovation; Impact; Inclusion; Agility).

Additional criteria for Lecturer appointments

• Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, exhibitions, professional practice, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise higher degree by research candidates.
• Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, RMIT Values and RMIT Leadership Model.

HOW TO APPLY 

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

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS  

All academic appointments at RMIT Vietnam must meet University and local regulatory requirements, including English proficiency, background checks, and (for international candidates) eligibility for a work permit.   

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (Academic) with a score of at least 7.0 with no competency less than 6.5 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).   

Further guidance will be provided during the recruitment process. 

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 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. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  

• Please ensure that 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 [email protected] 

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Applications Close:

30 thg 7 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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