Lecturer, Finance (Hanoi Campus)

Overview: We are seeking a Lecturer in Finance 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. Teaching strengths in Finance broadly are welcomed, with additional advantage for expertise in Sustainable Finance, Technology and Finance, AI in Finance . Expected start date: at the earliest available opportunity. 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 starting at 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 bonus Private Health insurance for you and your family, plus Personal Accident Insurance Other benefits Generous annual leave, career 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! POSITION SUMMARY The Lecturer will contribute to the teaching and research efforts of the school. The incumbent is to make a significant contribution to the delivery of programs and to be actively involved in research, consulting and other professional activities. The Lecturer will develop, engage in and lead high quality research projects that are aligned with the University’s research focus areas to achieve success in attracting research funding and to produce high quality outputs. The Lecturer will have an important research leadership role in embedding their research expertise into the life of the school and will be required to develop high-quality, productivity-driven networks across RMIT and with local, national and global, internal and external partners. The Lecturer may have responsibility for program management. Key Accountabilities summary Deliver high-quality teaching in Finance, including course design, delivery, assessment, and moderation at undergraduate level. Create meaningful impact through teaching and scholarship, continuously improving learning and assessment based on student feedback and course evaluation insights. Lead as a Course Coordinator, overseeing curriculum design, assessment development, marking/moderation, and ensuring alignment with program outcomes, accreditation, and university standards. Drive research excellence with national recognition, leading research teams and projects, publishing in high-quality outlets, securing external funding, and supervising HDR candidates. Contribute to School and University leadership and governance, supporting strategic initiatives, program management, and key administrative responsibilities, in line with RMIT Vietnam’s Academic Expectations and Development Framework. Other duties commensurate with the scope of the role Key Selection Criteria A PhD in Finance (or an equivalent doctoral qualification). Strong teaching leadership, with proven experience coordinating large Finance courses and delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate learning experiences. Expertise in curriculum and learning design, with the ability to develop engaging materials and apply innovative, student-centred approaches to teaching and continuous improvement. Demonstrated capability in program management, including leading a large program or multiple smaller programs within a university setting. A strong and emerging research profile, with nationally recognised outputs and publications in high-quality outlets. Proven research leadership, including building collaborative teams, mentoring academic staff, securing external funding, and managing research projects (including budgets and reporting). Extensive HDR supervision experience, supporting higher degree candidates to achieve strong research outcomes. High-impact stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills, and a commitment to quality, governance, university values, and student success. Appointment to this position is subject to passing mandatory check as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines. Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, RMIT Values and RMIT Leadership Model. For full details of the accountability, please refer to the Job Description . Expected Research profile To be considered for a lecturer position at RMIT Vietnam in The Business School, you will need to be able to meet the following research criteria. For candidates with a PhD awarded within the last 3 years (Early Career Academic), although there are no requirements you are expected to be research active. For candidates with a PhD awarded within the last 3- 5 years there are requirements of peer reviewed journal articles published within the previous five-year window, you need to be active in relevant research areas. For candidates with a PhD awarded more than 5 years ago: you will be expected to demonstrate a minimum of 2 peer reviewed journal articles, of which must be ranked in Scimago or ABDC and preferably both in Q1/A ranking or equivalent, within the previous five-year window. To be considered for a Senior Lecturer position and above, The Business School operates a research active points system. Points are earned across a spectrum of research within a prior three-year window. Candidates for higher level positions will be considered against these criteria for shortlisting. 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. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the University reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. 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 (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 Applications Close: 30 thg 8 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.