An exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated educator to teach computer science in the tropical island of Hainan, as part of an agreement where we are offering the University of Waikato Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the campus of the University of Hainan in China.

• Teach computer science in Hainan
• Apply your experience by working for an international organisation
• A competitive benefits package is on offer for you and your family

About the role

We have an opportunity for a dedicated and motivated experienced educator to teach computer science in the tropical island of Hainan, as part of an agreement where we are offering the University of Waikato Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the campus of the University of Hainan in China.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who will bring professional and academic experience to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and postgraduate supervision. You will have the skills and experience to provide leadership and innovation in teaching computer science to students in areas such as object-oriented programming, mobile computing and software architecture.

Along with teaching, your well-defined programme of research will help to advance research capacities, develop strategic cross and inter-disciplinary research initiatives, and engage with schools and other communities.

The salary range for this position will be in the range of CNY460,000 to CNY550,000 per year dependent on qualifications, skills and experience.

Who are you?

You will have a PhD qualification in Computer Science and demonstrated experience teaching large and small groups of students. This role will require detailed knowledge of core computer science topics such as object-oriented programming (particularly in C# and Java), mobile computing, and software architecture. It is essential that you have teaching experience in these areas.

Ideally, you will have experience living and working in Asia, and the ability to work with students for whom English is not their first language. Teaching will be conducted in the English language.

Who are we?

The University of Waikato has an agreement with Hainan University (HNU), a key university in the eponymous island province, to deliver a joint programme yielding a University of Waikato Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree. At the completion of the programme, students will also receive a bachelor’s degree from HNU.

Why should you apply for this position?

A competitive benefits package is on offer for the appointee (and partner and dependent children where relevant) which includes either on-campus accommodation or a contribution towards off-campus rented accommodation, contributions towards relocation and international school and pre-school tuition fees, payment for a work visa, medical insurance costs and one return economy airfare per annum to return to home country, if border restrictions allow.

The applicant will be an international expert and employment compliant with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment as a foreign expert with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.

For the people

At the University, we define ourselves by our academic and research excellence, the strength of our local and international connections and the quality of the learning experience of our students, as reflected in the University motto Ko te Tangata. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.