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

The College of Health Sciences (CHS) is committed to developing world-class research and providing outstanding healthcare education. We aim to be an agent of change in medical education reform and health sciences research. We strive to attract and develop healthcare leaders who will advance health sciences locally and globally.

CHS’s strategic partner within Vingroup is the Vinmec Healthcare System—the leading private, not-for-profit provider in Vietnam, comprising 10 hospitals and outpatient clinics (1,600+ beds). Vinmec is the only provider in Vietnam with two JCI-accredited hospitals (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City). Vinmec Times City in Hanoi is our primary teaching hospital and the only academic JCI-recognized hospital in the country, offering students robust clinical exposure and a strong care–education–research environment.

CHS currently offers undergraduate programs in Medicine and Nursing, and six residency programs in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Radiology, Orthopedics, and Anesthesia. All programs at CHS are competency-based and were developed with international standards and benchmarking. Our strategic academic alliance partner is the University of Pennsylvania. With international standard curricula, a blend of international and Vietnamese faculty, modern pedagogical approaches, and technology-forward infrastructure, we ensure cutting edge education and research opportunities across programs in a supportive and collaborative culture. Our graduates are prepared to become leaders, innovators, and scientists with an entrepreneurial mindset.

VinUni CHS received official recognition from ACGME International, a renowned international accrediting organization, for the high quality of its postgraduate medical education programs at institutional level. This marked CHS as the first medical education institution in Vietnam and only the second in Southeast Asia, following Singapore, to attain such recognition. In March 2024, ACGME-I accredited 3 residency programs at CHS (Internal Medicine, General Surgery and Pediatrics), which recognized VinUni again, for the first time in Vietnam with 3 “program level” accreditation. CHS is also the first and only institution in Vietnam with ACEN Candidacy recognition for Nursing education program. 

About the Project

Our team at the College of Health Sciences, VinUniversity, is conducting a research study on environmental exposure and health among motorcycle-based delivery drivers in Hanoi. The study combines wearable air-quality sensors with health surveys and health in general to understand how everyday air pollution exposure affects respiratory and metabolic health. The project is carried out in partnership with a major private hospital system and a ride-hailing/delivery company, with support from international academic collaborators. Additionally, this project is funded by the VinUniversity Assistant Professorships (VAP) program.

Position Summary

We are looking for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position of Data/Lab Manager. The main responsibilities of this role include overseeing the collection, validation, and entry of Environmental Health data; maintaining and enhancing data management systems; analyzing data and generating reports; and collaborating with various stakeholders. The Data/Lab Manager will also be responsible for developing SOPs for research instrument development, data entry, and data extraction; establishing SOPs for data management and access control; and providing data management training to research team members. In addition, the role covers biosample and physical lab resource management - including biorepository/freezer inventory control (-80°C storage) and barcode/labeling system design for biosample tracking. This position plays a crucial part in ensuring accurate, secure, and well-managed data - both digital and biological - to support informed decision-making and effective research implementation.

Key Requirements

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, health data science, environmental health, public health, or a related quantitative field.
• Demonstrated experience managing and harmonizing multi-source datasets (environmental/sensor, survey, and clinical data) using statistical software (R or Stata).
• Experience with REDCap or equivalent data management platforms.
• Strong attention to data quality control and adherence to research ethics/data protection standards.
• Design and implement a barcode/labeling system for biosample tracking (collection → storage → retrieval → disposal)
• Manage and monitor -80°C freezer(s): inventory control, space allocation, temperature logging, alarm/backup protocols
• Develop SOPs for biosample handling, chain-of-custody, and freezer access control
• Coordinate with lab staff on sample intake, storage mapping, and retrieval procedures
• Maintain contingency plans for freezer failure/power outage (backup storage, alert systems)
• Fluency in Vietnamese and English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing data collection tools and procedures to ensure accurate and consistent data capture.
• Oversee data entry and validation processes to maintain data quality and integrity.
• Develop SOPs for research instrument development, data entry, and data extraction.
• Develop and implement SOPs for data management and access control.
• Provide data management training to research team members.
• Assist with cleaning, harmonization, and quality control of exposure (PM2.5/VOC/temperature/humidity), GPS, survey, and clinical datasets (spirometry, CT, blood/biochemistry, anthropometry).
• Assist with statistical analyses linking individual pollution exposure to respiratory and metabolic health outcomes, including the moderating role of behavioral factors (mask use, smoking, indoor sources).
• Assist with building high-resolution exposure maps for Hanoi using GPS-linked sensor data and support sensor calibration/QA protocols.
• Assist with interpreting data to identify trends, patterns, and relationships related to environmental health issues.

Preferred Experience

• Prior work on environmental exposure studies (air pollution, PM2.5/VOC monitoring, or similar).
• Proficiency in REDCap and statistical software (R, SPSS, or Stata) is required; experience with GIS/GPS data is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with wearable sensor data (air-quality or health-tracking devices) and sensor calibration/QA processes.
• Exposure to GIS-based spatial analysis or exposure-mapping methods.
• Experience with longitudinal/cohort study data management.

What We Offer

• Monthly salary of VND 18 – 30 million, commensurate with degree and relevant experience.
• Opportunity to lead data management and statistical analysis for a multidisciplinary study on environmental exposure and health.
• Direct collaboration with a multidisciplinary research team and international academic partners.
• Opportunity for co-authorship on scientific publications and involvement in grant proposal development.
• A supportive, interdisciplinary research environment within VinUniversity's College of Health Sciences.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following as a single PDF to the research team:

• A brief cover letter describing your interest in the role.
• A current CV/resume.
• Contact details for one academic or professional reference.
• A publication list, writing sample, coding project, or other relevant supporting document demonstrating your research skills.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

For any enquiries, please contact:

Tung Thanh Pham, MD, MPH, MSc, PhD

Assistant Professor of Epidemiology, Global Health, and Public Health, College of Health Sciences at VinUniversity

Research Associate, Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health

Email: tung.pt@vinuni.edu.vn

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