VinUniversity Assistant Professorships; VAP

ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

Vin University (Vin Uni) is the first private, not-for-profit Vietnamese university established based on international standards. The university integrates the models of excellent international universities with the unique cultural and economic characteristics of Vietnam, to make a breakthrough in Vietnamese higher education and to become a world-class university.

The University has built strategic collaborations with Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania — a choice that speaks to our commitment to excellence, innovation in research and teaching, and to making a difference in the world. Vin Uni comprises of College of Arts and Sciences;
College of Business and Management;
College of Engineering and Computer Science; and College of Health Sciences.

Vin Uni’s founding benefactor – Vingroup is one of the biggest private conglomerates in Asia with the largest market capitalization value in Vietnam. As a multisector corporation, Vingroup focuses on five main areas:
Industrials & Technology;
Real Estate & Services;
Infrastructure;
Green Energy; and Social Enterprises.

In September 2024, Vin Uni became the youngest and fastest university in the world to achieve QS 5 stars, earning 5 stars in 9 categories: global engagement, good governance, program strength, academic development, teaching, employability, facilities, arts, and social impact. In October 2024, Vin Uni was appointed by UNESCO as the first and only UNESCO University Chair, focusing on Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage, and Biodiversity.

On our journey to become one of the world’s top 100 universities, Vin Uni is building a dynamic ecosystem of innovation and discovery. Through strategic investments in world-class research centers, state-of-the-art facilities, and transformative technologies, the university empowers collaboration across disciplines, strengthens partnerships with industry and society, and nurtures a thriving global network, who spearheads advancements in AI & Machine Learning, Data Science, Environmental Intelligence, Innovation in Health Sciences, Policy Development and Sustainable Societies.

The Vin University Assistant Professorships (VAP) is a prestigious early-career award established to attract outstanding young researchers and scholars from around the world to join Vin University. The program aims to nurture a new generation of leading academics whose work will drive high-impact research and strengthen Vin University’s position as a world-class university.

All candidates undergo a rigorous selection process evaluated by an international panel of distinguished scholars.

We welcome applications from early-career researchers who demonstrate exceptional academic potential, creativity, and leadership. Candidates should:

• Hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent, obtained in or after 2019.
• Have a strong track record of research excellence, demonstrated by high-impact publications, awards, or recognition in their field.
• Be able to lead independent and collaborative research of international significance.
• Commit to a full-time faculty appointment at Vin University.
• Clinician scientists engaged in translational or clinical research are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Eligibility extends to both new external applicants and Vin Uni faculty (not holding the rank of Full Professor) who have joined within the last 12 months. Existing Vin Uni faculty are limited to a single application attempt.

Successful VAP awardees will receive a competitive package to establish their research program at Vin University, including:

• Attractive remuneration and faculty appointment, with the potential for long-term contracts and leadership roles.
• Start-up Research Grant:
  • STEM Experimental fields – up to USD 1,000,000
  • Other fields –up to USD 500,000
• Up to Two (02) PhD full scholarships worth 200,000 USD each.
• Dedicated laboratory and office space and access to advanced research infrastructure.
• Comprehensive institutional support for grant applications, research administration, and laboratory setup.

Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documents as part of the…