ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY 

VinUniversity (VinUni) is Vietnam’s first private, not-for-profit university established to international standards, with the vision of becoming one of the world’s top 100 universities. Guided by its core values (EXCEL) of Empathy, Creativity, Leadership Mindset, Exceptional Capability, and Entrepreneurial Spirit, VinUni develops talent equipped to create meaningful impact in Vietnam and globally. 

Founded by Vingroup, one of Asia’s largest private conglomerates, VinUni benefits from a dynamic ecosystem spanning Industrials & Technology, Real Estate & Services, Infrastructure, Green Energy, Culture, and Social Enterprises. This ecosystem provides unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation through leading organizations such as VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes, as well as a vibrant entrepreneurial network including VinVentures, VinMotion, VinRobotics, VinSpace, and VinEnergo, etc. 

VinUni comprises four colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Management, the College of Engineering and Computer Science, and the College of Health Sciences. The University has established strategic partnerships with Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania and Nanyang Technological University to advance excellence in education, research, and innovation. 

In 2024, VinUni became the youngest and fastest university globally to achieve QS 5 Stars, earning the highest rating in nine categories: Global Engagement, Good Governance, Program Strength, Academic Development, Teaching, Employability, Facilities, Arts, and Social Impact. The University was also appointed by UNESCO as the first and only UNESCO Chair University, focusing on Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage, and Biodiversity. 

As a rapidly growing research-intensive university, VinUni is investing in world-class talent, research centers, and cutting-edge facilities to drive breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, Environmental Intelligence, Innovations in Health Sciences, Policy Development, and Sustainable Societies. 

THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

The College of Arts and Sciences is the first home for all students enrolled at VinUniversity as they embark on a nuanced journey of self-discovery in a state-of-the-art tertiary education designed in collaboration with leading universities in the world, top minds in Vietnam and passionate stakeholders. In this sense, General Education at VinUniversity is essentially a “gateway” between past and future, theory and practice, and local and global. This is where students, faculty and staff collectively take the first step towards realizing VinUniversity’s mission of contributing to the betterment of Vietnam and the world.

The College of Arts and Sciences at VinUniversity seeks an innovative and dynamic Program Director to lead VinCore, the university’s interdisciplinary core curriculum program required for all undergraduate students. VinCore is fundamental to achieving VinUniversity’s graduate attributes encapsulated in EXCEL—Empathy, eXceptional ability, Creativity, Entrepreneurial spirit, and Leadership mindset. The program constitutes 35 out of the 120 credits of undergraduate education, underscoring its vital role in shaping holistic, forward-thinking graduates.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and strategically lead VinCore, ensuring that the curriculum aligns with and advances the university’s EXCEL graduate attributes.
• Conceptualize and design interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary educational pathways to foster holistic student development.
• Collaborate with faculty from various disciplines to integrate and deliver innovative courses such as Big Ideas, Critical and Creative Thinking, Ethics, Cross-Cultural Navigation, Community Service Learning, Languages, Healthy Lifestyle, and nationally mandated components (Ideology, Law, and National Defense Education).
• Continuously monitor trends and developments in higher education to maintain curriculum relevance and effectiveness in meeting contemporary employer expectations and societal needs.
• Regularly evaluate and refine the VinCore curriculum in collaboration with the VinCore Committee, including developing new courses and revising existing offerings.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the VinCore program and the broader university community.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders including students, faculty, employers, alumni, and external educational partners to gather insights and feedback for curriculum enhancement.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• A doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Proven experience in curriculum development, academic program management, or educational innovation at the university level.
• Strong commitment to interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary education.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• A strategic and visionary mindset, capable of anticipating educational trends and translating innovative ideas into actionable curriculum strategies.
• Familiarity with the Vietnamese education system and global trends in higher education is preferred but not required.
• A creative thinker who champions innovation and academic excellence.
• Demonstrated empathy and a strong commitment to student success and holistic development.
• An entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive and agile approach to program management.
• Proven ability to lead teams and positively influence organizational change.
• Respect and appreciation for the core values of VinUni: EXCEL (E: Empathy, X: Exceptional Capability, C: Creativity, E: Entrepreneurial Mindset, L: Leadership Spirit).
• Work Permit Eligibility: International applicants must have at least three years of relevant work experience to qualify for a work permit in Vietnam

COMPENSATIONS

The salary benefits are internationally competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

For any questions or preliminary discussions please contact: Professor Umberto Ansaldo, Dean of The College of Arts and Sciences: umberto.a@vinuni.edu.vn

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