ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity 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.

VinUniversity has strategic collaborations with the world’s leading universities, including Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. These universities have become close advisors and crucial enablers in establishing the four colleges at VinUniversity: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Management, College of Engineering and Computer Science, and College of Health Sciences. Every aspect of the University: its curricula, research, faculty, student body, facilities, and campus life, is being developed to meet the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting and ranking organizations, such as ABET, AACSB, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE).VinUniversity’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: Technology; Industry; and Property Services. VinUniversity is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high-quality research institutes (such as VinAI, and VinBigData), pioneering industrial enterprises (such as VinFast), and leading Vietnamese companies (such as Vinpearl, Vincom Retail, Vinmec, and Vinhomes).

JOB OVERVIEW

The Ed-Tech Innovator is a forward-thinking education professional who blends pedagogy with technology to enhance teaching, learning, and student engagement. This role drives the ideation, prototyping, implementation, and evaluation of technology-enhanced learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will be both a creative problem-solver and a collaborative partner to faculty, staff, and students in transforming learning experiences.

Why join us?

• Be at the forefront of transforming education in Vietnam and globally.
• Collaborate with world-class educators and forward-thinking students.
• Shape future-ready learning models and contribute to impactful innovations.
• Enjoy a dynamic work environment in a mission-driven institution.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

REPORTING LINE: Reports to the Director of the Center for Education Management

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Innovation & Strategy

• Lead the exploration and implementation of emerging technologies (AI, XR, adaptive platforms, learning analytics, etc.) in education.
• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for educational technology innovation aligned with institutional goals.
• Evaluate global ed-tech trends and adapt them for local application and scalability.

Instructional Design & Digital Pedagogy

• Partner with faculty and instructional designers to integrate technology effectively into curriculum design and delivery.
• Design and prototype interactive, student-centered learning experiences using learning management systems (LMS), authoring tools, and media platforms.
• Lead the creation and curation of digital content, microlearning modules, and self-paced learning experiences.

Project Development & Management

• Manage ed-tech pilots and learning innovation projects from ideation to execution, including timeline, budget, and impact measurement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, media, student services, and academic departments to ensure successful deployment of tools and practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation for training, support, and institutional knowledge sharing.

Training, Support & Community Building

• Facilitate workshops, bootcamps, and consultations to support faculty and students in digital literacy and innovation.
• Foster a culture of experimentation, feedback, and reflection among educators through communities of practice.
• Provide just-in-time support and user experience feedback for digital learning tools.

Research & Assessment

• Conduct action research and gather data to measure impact of technological interventions on student learning and engagement.
• Publish and present findings to internal and external stakeholders; contribute to grant writing or conference participation.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Required:

• Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in instructional innovation, academic technology, or ed-tech startup/consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise with learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas), design tools (e.g., Articulate, Genially), and collaborative tools (e.g., Miro, Google Workspace).
• Proven ability to lead innovation projects and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong pedagogical grounding and commitment to learner-centered approaches.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with AI in education (LLMs, adaptive learning platforms, assessment tools).
• Experience with UX design thinking, agile development, or human-centered design.
• Knowledge of standards like UDL, WCAG, or digital accessibility best practices.
• Experience in higher education or international learning contexts.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter explaining their vision for ed-tech innovation in higher education.
• A portfolio or samples of previous ed-tech projects (if applicable).
• A current CV.

COMPENSATION

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

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