Tutor in Digital Media Technology Teaching
Neapolis University – Sino-Cyprus Joint Delivery Program at Shandong Polytechnic University
Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) is a fully accredited university in Cyprus, committed to academic excellence. With 3,500 students, it offers accredited Bachelor, Master, and PhD programs across five schools, including Economics, Law, Health Sciences, and Engineering.
NUP is a member of key academic organizations such as EUA, EURASHE, and EFMD and actively participates in global initiatives like the UN SDSN and UNAIC. It is also part of the EMERGE European University Alliance, which fosters collaboration in education, research, and innovation across Europe. The university maintains strong partnerships for joint and dual degrees with institutions in Cyprus, Greece, the UK, and China. Additionally, NUP excels in distance learning as a member of EDEN and engages in major research projects like Erasmus+ and Horizon 2020.
Job Description:
Neapolis University Pafos invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified academics and professionals for a part-time teaching position for the college degree (post-secondary education) Digital Media Technology Major (Sino-Cyprus Joint Delivery Program) at Shandong Polytechnic University (SDPU), Weifang, China. Τhe Programme is academically supported by the Department of Communication and Creativity and the Department of Computer Science at Neapolis University Pafos, while its operational and administrative coordination falls under the Department of Communication and Creativity.
The appointee will be required to be based and work at Shandong Polytechnic University for a continuous teaching period of 8-10 weeks within the Spring semester duration of February to June. The specific dates for teaching period in China are subjected to discussion with the appointee.
The position involves teaching three courses in the Digital Media Technology Major during the Spring Semester:
- Professional English for Digital Media Technology – 32 hours
- Fundamentals of Design Software – 64 hours
- Digital Image Production – 64 hours
Total Teaching: 160 hours
Type of Employment: Part-Time
Location: Shandong Polytechnic University (SDPU), Weifang, China.
Job Responsibilities:
- Deliver a range of teaching activities mainly in China.
- Select appropriate assessment instruments and criteria.
- Assess the work and progress of students and provide constructive feedback to students.
- Plan and manage own teaching, workshops and tutorials.
- Use teaching resources, laboratories and workshops as required and in line with best practice.
- Be responsible for the record–keeping associated with teaching, the preparation of teaching materials and assessments.
Key competencies:
- Availability to be based and work in China for a period of 8-10 weeks.
- Proficient level of English and ability to teach non-native audience in English.
- Ability to design high-quality course materials.
- Ability to plan and organize effective delivery and assessment of taught courses.
- Effective interpersonal skills to liaise with students and colleagues.
- Good communication skills with the ability to impart complex information concisely and clearly.
Qualifications and Experience:
- [Essential] master’s degree with ideally a minimum of 2 years of professional experience or PhD in digital media, design, communication, multimedia or a closely related field.
- [Desirable] University lecturing and teaching experience.
- [Desirable] Professional experience in digital media, design, communication and multimedia.
- [Desirable] Organizational and administrative skills.
Language:
- Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written.
Salary and benefits:
- Remuneration (gross):12,000 euros that accounts for the teaching period in China as well as time to fulfil all requirements in the role description for a total of 3.5 months.
- NUP will cover the cost of a return journey to Shandong Polytechnic University within China.
- SDPU will cover the cost of accommodation and utilities (electricity, gas and internet) during the stay in China.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your application, including your CV, to vacancies@nup.ac.cy with the subject line "Job Ref: [NUP0053/26] – Job Title: [Digital Media Technology Teaching Position – SDPU – China]".
Interested candidates should submit a digital scan of their highest academic qualification.
As an equal opportunities employer, Neapolis University Pafos welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. All appointments will be based on merit.
