ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity (VinUni) 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. VinUni comprises of College of Arts and Sciences; College of Business and Management; College of Engineering and Computer Science; and College of Health Sciences.  

VinUni’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 three main areas: Industrials & Technology; Real Estate & Services; Infrastructure; Green Energy; and Social Enterprises. VinUni is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students the opportunities to connect with pioneering companies (such as VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes) and a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem (such as VinVenture, VinMotion, or VinRobotics, VinSpace…).  

In September 2024, VinUni 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, VinUni 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, VinUni 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, Innovations in Health Sciences, Policy Development and Sustainable Societies. 

ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY’S RESEARCHER 200 

VinUniversity is proud to launch the RESEARCHER200 Program, designed to attract exceptional early-career researchers from around the world to join our vibrant research community. This initiative aims to support and nurture high-potential researchers, offering them the resources and opportunities needed to thrive in their fields.  

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a dynamic academic community, work alongside global experts, and make a meaningful impact on research and society. 

ABOUT SMART GREEN TRANSFORMATION CENTER (GREEN-X) 

Smart Green Transformation Center (GREEN-X) at VinUni is an interdisciplinary research center focusing on smart green transformation, conducting scientific research, technology development, and policy consulting in areas such as carbon emission tracking, smart aquaculture, urban circular economy, green economic policy, and innovation competitiveness measurement - aiming to promote sustainable development and enhance the competitiveness of localities and businesses through data-driven, evidence-based, and field-validated approaches. 

We are currently having 5 running projects:  

• Carbon Footprint Monitoring and Management System (CarbonFootPrint)  

• Smart Marine Conservation and Mariculture System (SmartMarine)  

• Smart Waste Management for Urban Circular Economy (SmartWaste)  

• Green Policy Design and Evaluation (GreenPolicy)  

• Vietnam Innovation & Green Growth Index (VIGGI)

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Smart Green Transformation Center (GREEN-X) is looking for Research Fellows/ Senior Research Fellows in the following areas: 

• Areas of interest: AI/Machine Learning, especially with focus on advanced generalization/capabilities, massive scale, multimodality, agentic ability leading to publications and domain-specific applications

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

The members will be responsible for two primary responsibilities: 

• Research & Innovation: Conduct original, high-impact research and contribute to peer-reviewed publications in top-tier venues, while also driving innovation, prototyping, and real-world implementation of solutions. Work across disciplines within the Smart Green Transformation Center (GREEN-X) to translate research into scalable technologies, pilot deployments, and measurable societal and environmental impact. . 

• Service & Teaching: While there are no mandatory teaching duties, candidates may choose to contribute as Teaching Assistants by mutual agreement.  

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA 

We are seeking outstanding early-career researchers who meet the following criteria:   

• Educational Background: Ph.D. degree from prestigious university  

• Research Excellence: Proven track record of impactful research, demonstrated through publications in prestigious journals.   

• Skills: Outstanding communication, collaboration, and teamwork capabilities.   

• Host/Mentor and Research Plan: The applicant must be accepted as a mentee by a VinUni scientist who will oversee the research. Preliminary research plan developed in consultation with a VinUni research team leader.   

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary of up to US$40,000 per year, with additional performance-based research incentives.  

• Duration: The Research Fellowship is initially awarded for 24 months. Long-term appointment is granted based on outstanding performance. 

• Research Facilities: Access to cutting-edge research infrastructure and collaboration opportunities with leading research groups at partner universities and within the Vingroup ecosystem.  

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.