Position: DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE STUDIES OFFICE

Unit: GRADUATE STUDIES OFFICE

Number of vacancies: 01

Application period: From the date of announcement until all positions are filled.

General Infomation

The Director of the Graduate Studies Office is responsible for managing and developing the University's graduate education activities, including program development, admissions, academic administration, student management, thesis/dissertation processes, and related academic activities.

The position serves as a key driver in expanding the scale, quality, and sustainability of graduate education, while coordinating closely with Faculties, academics, researchers, and relevant university units.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the University Management Board on strategies and plans for graduate education development.
• Develop and implement annual operational plans for the Graduate Studies Office.
• Manage graduate education activities in compliance with applicable regulations and University policies.
• Coordinate with Faculties to develop, review, and improve Master's and Doctoral programs.
• Propose solutions to expand graduate enrollment and enhance educational quality.
• Organize and coordinate graduate admissions activities.
• Manage the academic progress and research activities of graduate students and doctoral candidates.
• Coordinate thesis, research project, and dissertation defense processes.
• Coordinate and monitor teaching and research activities of faculty members involved in graduate education.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of graduate education.
• Promote innovative teaching and research approaches and enhance the graduate student learning experience.
• Develop a network of qualified lecturers, researchers, and experts for graduate programs.
• Coordinate quality assurance and accreditation activities for graduate programs.
• Manage the Office's personnel and operations and propose improvements.
• Perform other duties assigned by the University Management Board.

Job Requierements

Education

• Hold a PhD or higher in a discipline relevant to the position and the University’s graduate education programs.
• Have sufficient foreign language and information technology proficiency to effectively perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in higher education.
• Experience in graduate education, admissions, academic program management, or graduate student administration is an advantage.
• Candidates with prior management or leadership experience in a Faculty, Office, Institute, Center, or graduate education unit are preferred.

Competencies

• Strong understanding of regulations, policies, and requirements related to graduate education.
• Sound knowledge of graduate admissions, academic administration, and the development of graduate programs and academic disciplines.
• Understanding of graduate-level teaching, research, innovative teaching practices, and academic management.
• Ability to advise and propose solutions for the development of the University’s graduate education activities.
• Ability to develop plans to expand graduate education and improve its quality.
• Strong ability to organize, manage, and operate graduate education programs.
• Ability to organize and coordinate graduate admissions, academic administration, and academic activities for Master’s students and doctoral candidates.
• Ability to monitor and evaluate teaching and research activities of lecturers, graduate students, and doctoral candidates.
• Ability to coordinate thesis, dissertation, and other academic activities in accordance with program requirements.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills, particularly when working with Faculties, Offices, lecturers, researchers, and relevant units.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and develop professional relationships and effectively communicate with relevant stakeholders.

Other Requirements

• High sense of responsibility, proactive attitude, and strong attention to work execution.
• Strong organizational, management, and coordination skills.
• Decisive, accountable, and results-oriented.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to team development.
• Professional conduct and commitment to complying with the University’s policies and regulations.