Legacy of Excellence

Building a Legacy of Excellence

As VinUniversity embarks on its ambitious journey to become one of the world’s top universities by 2030, we invite visionary and passionate scholars to be part of this transformative mission. Here we announce our bold initiative to recruit Distinguished Scholars in science and technology across various disciplines to elevate our research, innovation, and teaching excellence to unparalleled heights.

We seek dedicated individuals for the following roles:

  1. 10 High-Caliber Academic Leaders: Visionary scholars with world-class research portfolios and exceptional leadership qualities, who will lead and shape VinUni’s key research focus areas.
  2. 200 Talented Research-Focused Faculty: Emerging Assistant Professors with exceptional research credentials and the potential to become globally recognized scholars and scientists. Associate Professors and Full Professors are encouraged to apply as well.
  3. 200 Outstanding Early-Career Researchers: Motivated Researchers who are eager to contribute to groundbreaking work across our cutting-edge research areas, collaborating with global experts in driving transformative discoveries.
  4. VinUniversity Assistant Professorships (VAP): A prestigious early-career program designed to nurture a new generation of leading academics whose work will drive high-impact research and strengthen VinUniversity’s position as a world-class university.

Your opportunity

10 High-Caliber Academic Leaders

LEADER 10

Visionary scholars with world-class research portfolios and exceptional leadership qualities, who will lead and shape VinUni’s key research focus areas.

LEADER 10

200 Talented Research-Focused Faculty

FACULTY 200

Emerging Assistant Professors with exceptional research credentials and the potential to become globally recognized scholars and scientists. Associate Professors and Full Professors are encouraged to apply as well.

FACULTY 200

VinUniversity Assistant Professorships

VAP

A prestigious early-career program designed to nurture a new generation of leading academics whose work will drive high-impact research and strengthen VinUniversity's position as a world-class university. 

VAP

200 Outstanding Early-Career Researcher

RESEARCHER 200

Motivated Researchers who are eager to contribute to groundbreaking work across our cutting-edge research areas, collaborating with global experts in driving transformative discoveries.

RESEARCHER 200

OUR PEOPLE

Ling San, Ph.D

Professor
Senior Deputy President

VinUni is a young and dynamic university with great ambitions. Having been with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) since 2005, I have experienced first-hand how this young university in Singapore transformed itself into one of the world’s top universities. I am impressed with the energy and resolve of the VinUni community to shape VinUni into a world-class university, for creating impact and driving changes for the society, and am hopeful that we can turn this aspiration into reality. It’s great fun and my privilege to be part of this exciting journey.
Ling San, Ph.D

Laurent El Ghaoui, Ph.D.

Professor
Vice Provost of Research & Innovation
Dean
College of Engineering and Computer Science

After 22 years at UC Berkeley's EECS department, I joined VinUni in 2022, drawn by its bold mission and incredible potential. In just a short time, I’ve helped shape research and innovation, launch Center for Environmental Intelligence, and lay the groundwork for Vision 2030—all with the support of a dynamic community and enthusiastic global partners. If you’re looking for a place where your work can have a real impact and grow alongside a world-class university in the making, VinUni is the place to be.
Laurent El Ghaoui, Ph.D.

Sunmee Choi, Ph.D.

Professor
Vice Provost of External Engagement

VinUniversity provides an exceptional opportunity and environment for you to make creative contributions that could become lasting legacies in its history.
Sunmee Choi, Ph.D.

Michelle Hermiston, MD., Ph.D.

Professor
Dean, College of Health Sciences

Why did I leave a fantastic job and a satisfying career at a top University to move halfway around the world and join VinUni? It was a surprisingly easy decision. The people (students, staff, faculty) at VinUni are amazing – smart, dedicated, and passionate. To me, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to do something truly bold, creative, exciting, and impactful that has the potential to leave a lasting legacy. As a physician-scientist, having the opportunity to pursue this is a true privilege. The fact that it is so much fun and so fulfilling is a huge bonus. I have not regretted my decision for a moment.
Michelle Hermiston, MD., Ph.D.

Minh Do, Ph.D.

Professor
Honorary Vice Provost

VinUni is striving toward becoming a globally recognized top-100 university. VinUni faculty are empowered and held to world-class standards, teaching in the style of top U.S. universities and publishing in leading venues. They mentor outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, shaping future innovators in Vietnam and beyond. Supported by exceptional staff and the Vingroup ecosystem, VinUni is committed to pioneering research and developing talent that drives transformative societal impact.
Minh Do, Ph.D.

John Evans, Ph.D

Professor
Dean
College of Business & Management

I was very excited to be appointed as the Dean of Business & Management here at VinUni in January 2024...To further enable our success, we are recruiting the best. Aspirations are high, and I have no doubt that VinUniversity’s vision of becoming a leading university in the region and beyond will be achieved...I encourage those of you who similarly want to make a difference in building a great university to join me on this journey.
John Evans, Ph.D

Ansaldo Umberto, Ph.D.

Professor
Dean
College of Arts & Sciences

VinUniversity is a truly inspiring, dynamic and collaborative community. We prioritize pedagogical excellence and transformative research as part of our mission to educate our next-generation leaders to nurture a future of resilience and sustainability, and contribute to the advancement of humanity. Our actions speak louder than words; come and join us in this journey!
Ansaldo Umberto, Ph.D.

Tan Yap Peng, Ph.D.

Professor
Provost

VinUni offers a rare opportunity to leave a mark that endures beyond our time. What excites me most is the privilege of shaping an institution from its earliest days alongside like-minded pioneers and talented students, creating something greater than any one individual. Together, we can make a real difference—establishing bold traditions, building a legacy for future generations, and creating meaningful impact for society, the nation, and beyond.
Tan Yap Peng, Ph.D.

TO ALL PASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS

Join us. Shape the future. Lead the change.

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Together, we will achieve greatness.

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