Position Title 1: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Learning Specialist in Accounting

Department: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Reports to: Director, Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Position Summary

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Learning Specialist in Accounting reports to the Director of ACE. Applicants for this position must be self-motivated, possess fluent English proficiency in both writing and speaking, excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and under pressure; and proficiency in PC and software applications including MS Excel and English word processing. The successful applicant will work closely with all Bryant University-BITZH students to identify specific needs and to design strategies to support and enhance student proficiency in Accounting.  

The Academic Center for Excellence offers comprehensive services to assist students with their academic performance. Services provided by the Center include study skills assistance through workshops and one-to-one counseling, subject area tutoring, workshops on special topics, study groups, and English language development tutorials.

Principle Responsibilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

●offer training and tutoring in Accounting to undergraduate students;

●prepare and deliver academic skills and Accounting workshops;

●offer student consultation and follow-up for Accounting and other academic skills;

●coordinate student academic skills and Accounting development activities;

●consult with students and offer feedback on their Accounting class assignments;

●collaborate with the ACE Academic Services Coordinators and fellow Learning Specialists;

●undertake other work assigned by the Director of ACE.

Training and Qualifications

●Applicants should possess a master’s degree in Accounting or closely related discipline; however, highly experienced applicants with a bachelor’s degree will also be considered. 

●Applicants should possess excellent teaching skills, tutoring skills, and/or experience.

●Applicants should possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

●Applicants must be fluent in English, both written and spoken.

●Applicants must be able to work independently, as well as on a team.

●Applicants must be willing to take up extra responsibilities.

Terms of Appointment

Successful candidates will be appointed on a full-time fixed term contract. This is an entry-to-mid-level position that is ideal for an early-career higher education administrator or a recent graduate of a master’s program in Business or Accounting who is looking to gain experience working with English learners in China. A salary commensurate with local Zhuhai market and candidate qualifications and experience will be offered. Health insurance and on-campus housing will be provided. An annual travel allowance may be offered to an international candidate. The University places great emphasis on developing staff potential, and has in place a variety of development opportunities for staff at different stages of their career.

Application Procedures

Applicants should send an up-to-date C.V. with cover letter to Mr. Corey Larsen, Director, Academic Center for Excellence at corey.larsen@zhuhai.bryant.edu

Applications will be considered until the post is filled. 

Position Title 2: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Learning Specialist in Economics

Department: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Reports to: Director, Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Position Summary

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Learning Specialist in Economics reports to the Director of ACE. Applicants for this position must be self-motivated, possess fluent English proficiency in both writing and speaking, excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and under pressure; and proficiency in PC and software applications including MS Excel and English word processing. The successful applicant will work closely with all Bryant University-BITZH students to identify specific needs and to design strategies to support and enhance student proficiency in Economics.  

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) offers comprehensive services to assist students with their academic performance. Services provided by the Center include study skills assistance through workshops and one-to-one counseling, subject area tutoring, workshops on special topics, study groups, and economics tutorials.

Principle Responsibilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

●offer training and tutoring in Economics to undergraduate students;

●prepare and deliver academic skills and Economics workshops;

●offer student consultation and follow-up for Economics and other academic skills;

●coordinate student academic skills and Economics development activities;

●consult with students and offer feedback on their class Economics assignments;

●collaborate with the ACE Academic Services Coordinators and fellow Learning Specialists;

●undertake other work assigned by the Director of ACE.

Training and Qualifications

●Applicants should possess a master’s degree in Economics or closely related discipline; however, highly experienced applicants with a bachelor’s degree will also be considered. 

●Applicants should possess excellent teaching skills, tutoring skills, and/or experience.

●Applicants should possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

●Applicants must be fluent in English, both written and spoken.

●Applicants must be able to work independently, as well as on a team.

●Applicants must be willing to take up extra responsibilities.

Terms of Appointment

Successful candidates will be appointed on a full-time fixed term contract. This is an entry-to-mid-level position that is ideal for an early-career higher education administrator or a recent graduate of a master’s program in business or Economics who is looking to gain experience working with English learners in China. A salary commensurate with local Zhuhai market and candidate qualifications and experience will be offered. Health insurance and on-campus housing will be provided. An annual travel allowance may be offered to an international candidate. The University places great emphasis on developing staff potential, and has in place a variety of development opportunities for staff at different stages of their career.

Application Procedures

Applicants should send an up-to-date C.V. with cover letter to Mr. Corey Larsen, Director, Academic Center for Excellence at corey.larsen@zhuhai.bryant.edu

Applications will be considered until the post is filled. 

Position Title 3: Academic Center for Excellence Office Coordinator

Department: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Reports to: Director, Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Position Summary

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Office Coordinator reports to the Director of ACE. Applicants for this position must be self-motivated, possess fluent English proficiency, excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and under pressure; and proficiency in PC and software applications including MS Excel and English word processing. The successful applicants will work closely with Bryant University-BITZH students and ACE professional staff..  

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) offers comprehensive services to assist students with their academic performance. Services provided by the Center include study skills assistance through workshops and one-to-one counseling, subject area tutoring, workshops on special topics, and study groups.

Principle Responsibilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

•    Managing and maintaining office technology (hardware and software)

•    Hiring, training, managing, and overseeing student office assistants

•    Keeping student records and schedules of student employees

•    Creating and maintaining payroll records and reports for student employees

•    Tracking student use of ACE services (including 2+2 students’ ZHBIT ACE course requirements) 

•    Maintaining general tidiness of office

•    Providing basic IT support, including serving as a IT liaison with BITZH 

•    Ordering, organizing, and distributing office supplies 

•    Maintenance of office equipment

•    Managing office supplies and materials budget

•    Communicating with other staff, faculty, and students 

•    Coordinating incoming mail, deliveries, and packages 

•    Assisting in the coordination of numerous events hosted by ACE throughout the semester

•    Contributing to the planning and implementation of various ACE events, including tutor and office assistant training, the IDEA Program, and the Bryant Zhuhai English Language Initiative

•    Supporting students in their academic success 

•    Coordinating arrival of new faculty (arrange the pickup of new faculty, prepare  apartments before new faculty arrive, accompany faculty to buy necessary things, help them to settle in)

•    Acting as liaison between on-campus housing management office and foreign faculty and staff

•    Undertake other work assigned by the Director of ACE

Training and Qualifications

This position requires a candidate that has superior organization skills, can effectively communicate with others, is self-motivated, and detail-orientated. Must be a team player and have outstanding data entry, interpersonal, and communication skills. Candidate must have the ability to be able to multi-task and be able to prioritize multiple projects at once. Must be proficient at Microsoft Office. Knowing Blackboard is a plus. Must also be able to learn and study new programs rather quickly. Bachelor’s degree at a minimum and some administrative coordination experience is required.

Terms of Appointment

Successful candidates will be appointed on a full-time fixed term contract. A salary commensurate with local Zhuhai market and candidate qualifications and experience will be offered. Health insurance and on-campus housing are also offered. The University places great emphasis on developing staff potential, and has in place a variety of development opportunities for staff at different stages of their career.

Application Procedures

Applicants should send an up-to-date C.V. with cover letter to Mr. Corey Larsen, Director, Academic Center for Excellence at corey.larsen@zhuhai.bryant.edu. Applications will be considered until the post is filled.