Faculty in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Open rank)

British University Vietnam invites experienced candidates with international qualifications to apply for the following academic and teaching positions for the School of Computing and Innovative Technologies, specialised in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

LECTURERS                     – Instructors with academic experience (with PhD)

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

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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, University of Staffordshire, University of Stirling and Arts University Bournemouth. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world recognised QS organization and maintains a QAA IQR accreditation for its programmes.

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 world class and state of the art campus in the Ecopark township. 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 Asia.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The position requires a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field, along with substantial university-level teaching experience and a proven ability to engage and inspire students. Candidates must possess expertise in data analysis, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, big data, quantitative analysis, and data visualization, as well as proficiency in relevant programming languages and AI technologies. Experience in curriculum development and assessment is essential. The ideal candidate will combine a strong foundation in theoretical concepts with the practical skills to implement, demonstrate, and mentor students in cutting-edge tools, techniques, and methodologies used in the data science and AI industry. Additionally, any relevant industry experience in these areas is highly welcomed.

At BUV, we welcome innovation and imagination in effective course delivery. You will be given a broad agency to adapt, modify, improve, and update your modules, so experience in module design, innovative teaching methods leveraging rich content is valued.

As part of a small, tight-knit and supportive team, this is a chance to really put a stamp on the course and make a big impact on teaching content and delivery across the degree. We value your ability to contribute to course design as a whole, not just your own modules, and your voice will ensure that our courses continue to flourish, innovate and improve.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Lecturers / Senior Lecturers (Academic Levels B & C)

Essential

• PhD or Doctoral qualifications and a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from an internationally recognized institution.
• University or postgraduate teaching experience in English.
• Advanced knowledge of Data Science and AI; proficiency in programming languages and data management tools.
• Understanding of data visualization tools.
• Higher education teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one.
• Ability to develop teaching programs and provide learning support.
• Knowledge of higher education delivery techniques to engage students.
• In-depth understanding of the discipline to advance knowledge.
• Evidence of a positive impact beyond personal teaching.
• Experience in teaching, curriculum development, and quality assurance.
• Research experience and high-quality publications.
• Understanding of equal opportunity issues affecting academic content.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Clean police record.

Desirable

• Mathematical and statistical skills, experience in quantitative analysis.
• Industry experience and evidence of excellent teaching through peer review.
• Experience living and working in Vietnam or Asia.
• Experience in curriculum development and quality assurance.
• Positive impact at a discipline or program level beyond personal teaching.
• Higher education teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one.
• Evidence of high-quality publications and up-to-date research activity.
• Ability to lead research projects, win bids, and generate income.
• Experience teaching at postgraduate levels.

Note: Original certificates and degrees must be presented upon arrival in Vietnam, including degree, teaching certificates, and Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) or other police checks for work permit purposes.

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.

ABOUT LIVING AND WORKING AT BUV AND IN VIETNAM

• BUV’s working environment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVtWifNh0mU
• Academic staff’s insights – Living in Vietnam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPGjyh8Scsc&t=35s
• BUV’s Campus expansion plan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZvnpq3pdHY&t=88s

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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