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ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY’S FACULTY 200 

Aligned with VinUni’s Vision 2030, VinUniversity are proud to announce our bold initiative to recruit 200 Research-focused Faculty across various disciplines in the next 5 years, who will help elevate the University’s research, innovation, and academic excellence to unprecedented heights. Together, we will be on the ambitious journey to become one of the world‘s top universities by 2030.  

This is an extraordinary opportunity for distinguished individuals to shape the future of academia in Vietnam and beyond, contributing to transformative research that will inspire change and elevate communities globally. Join us in revolutionizing education, advancing society, and creating lasting impacts through groundbreaking research. 

THE OPPORTUNITY 

College of Health Sciences is looking for Talented Research-focused Faculty in the following areas: 

• Areas of interest: Precision Medicine; Innovative Therapeutics; Population Sciences and Health Systems; Health Technologies. 

• Ranks: Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

The faculty members will be responsible for three primary responsibilities: 

• Research: Perform original research, and publish scientific findings in top venues with high citations, supervise student research. Your research projects will be implemented in collaboration with Research Center of Innovation in Health Sciences to foster impactful outcomes. 

• Teaching: Develop and instruct classes, provide academic advising, and participate in developing the programs and curriculum that meet quality standards. 

• Service: Assist with recruitment, admission, service to the university, profession, and community. 

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA 

Join us if you have: 

• A deep passion for educating future talents, advancing science and technology with a robust pipeline of innovative projects. 

• Proven track record of high-impact research with publications in top-tier journals in the respective field. 

• A clear vision to make a meaningful impact on both your field and society driven by a commitment to forward-thinking research and innovation. 

• Adaptability and eagerness to tackle new challenges, particularly those addressing global and local issues, with a focus on research-driven solutions for Vietnam and the world. 

• A doctorate from a prestigious institution recognized globally. 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English. 

• Respect and appreciation for the core values of VinUni: EXCEL (E: Empathy, X: Exceptional Capability, C: Creativity, E: Entrepreneurial Spirit, and L: Leadership Mindset). 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

• Competitive salary, compensation, and benefits, benchmarked against leading international institutions. 

• A start-up fund of up to US$200,000 to establish the research pipeline, supporting the recruitment of Research Fellows and Research Assistants. 

• Applications for Seed Grants and substantial research funding, with project allocations up to US$500,000 for larger initiatives. 

• Annual professional development fund of US$6,000 to support continuous scholarly growth. 

• Ongoing career development opportunities, including access to development and mentorship programs from distinguished professors at globally renowned universities such as the University of Pennsylvania. 

• Engagement in interdisciplinary research at VinUni’s centers and across the Vingroup ecosystem, contributing to impactful, real-world solutions. 

• Collaboration with globally recognized scientists, including VinFuture Prize laureates, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in science and technology. 

LIVING AND WORKING IN HANOI, VIETNAM 

• Work permit: VinUniversity will assist in and provide advice for obtaining the necessary paperwork needed for employment in Vietnam (visa, work permit, insurance, etc.). However, it is your responsibility to ensure that you can satisfy all the paper requirements in a timely manner. 

• According to Vietnamese Law, expatriates are required to submit all necessary documents for a work permit on the first day in Vietnam. For more information about the necessary documents, please refer to the information in this link. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

• To apply, please submit a cover letter, a resume and a list of two references. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.