SAMPOERNA UNIVERSITY - COMMUNICATION LECTURER

Sampoerna Schools System; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Indonesia is seeking faculty members to contribute to undergraduate teaching and research. Candidates must have a Doctoral degree in relevant fields and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include lecturing, conducting research, managing academic advising, and participating in community development activities. Available to start by Fall 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven research or teaching experience in related field.
• Demonstrated excellent teaching practice at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Engage in undergraduate teaching, primarily in lecturing.
• Conduct research to enhance the School’s academic reputation.
• Manage research grants and related assistants.
• Engage in examining duties and participate in community development activities.
• Act as academic advisor to students.

Skills

Excellent spoken and written English skills

Classroom management skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Communication/Mass Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations

Job description

Company Description

Sampoerna University is the only university in Indonesia that offers an American-style higher education experience. As part of the Sampoerna Schools System, it represents the culmination of the nation’s only integrated system of schools based on international standards of quality.

Sampoerna University operates programs under the licensure and credentialing authorities of the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia. Set up with national and international standards, Sampoerna University is uniquely qualified to make substantive contributions to society through education.

Sampoerna University is more than just a campus — it is a learning community that prepares students to succeed both academically and professionally. Here, students will not only learn and acquire academic rigor—they will be challenged to think, perform, and grow to a more advanced level. With our programs, students are assured to have better skills and credentials that will open the doors to both national or international careers after they graduate.

Sampoerna University Vision

Sampoerna University aspires to foster future leaders with strong moral character and internationally competitive skills sets, enabling them to actively participate in building a more prosperous, equitable, respected, and globally competitive Indonesia.

Sampoerna University Mission

Sampoerna University aims to provide students affordable access to education that meets the highest international standards. Sampoerna University offers a curriculum unique in Indonesia built around an American general education core, successfully preparing students for credential completion at Sampoerna University or for recognized transfer abroad. We also provide a full spectrum of cocurricular and pre-professional opportunities that ensure student success, preparing leaders for a global society.

Job Description

To contribute to the scholarship and intellectual life of the University by conducting University TriDharma as appropriate under Head of Department supervision. To participate in the University and wider Department activities. The main responsibility includes the following:

• To engage in undergraduate teaching. The range of duties may vary from time to time but faculty are engaged primarily in lecturing. Some class teaching may also be required.
• To conduct research, which enhances the School’s high academic reputation. Publication of articles in refereed journals or proceedings, author of book, book editing, module/lesson plan, book translation, and seminar/conference presenter/speaker are some alternative outcomes.
• To manage as appropriate any research grants secured, including the recruitment and management of any research assistants. To be responsible for the timely delivery of associated research reports.
• To engage in examining duties, i.e. the production of exam questions/papers, exam marking and moderation.
• To participate in various Community Development activity approved by the University.
• To act as academic advisor to students and to refer students to sources of pastoral support.
• To participate in various University events as committee.
• To implement other duties and tasks required by Faculty and/or Rectorate.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have earned a Doctoral degree in Communication/Mass Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations from a reputable university (preferably overseas University) on or before the start date of employment
• Proven research or teaching experience in related field.
• Applicants must have demonstrated excellent teaching practice at the university level, and possess excellent spoken and written English skills, classroom management skills, and strong communication and presentation skills.

Additional Information

Available to start by Fall 2026