ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity (VinUni: https://vinuni.edu.vn/) 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. 

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, WFME, ACEN, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE). 

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; Social Enterprises. VinUni is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high quality research institutes (such as VinBigData), pioneering companies (such as VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes) and an dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem (such as VinVenture, VinMotion, and VinRobotics…). 

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. 

OPPORTUNITY

VinUniversity is seeking a motivated, organized individual who is passionate about creating transformative learning experiences for students, faculty, teaching assistants, and staff. The Instructional Designer will work collaboratively with the other learning specialists in the Center for Educational Excellence (CEE) as well as faculty and teaching assistants to support effective learning design with a focus on digital and blended learning resources. This multifaceted role goes much beyond e-learning authoring and also includes instructional design support, educational technology support, pedagogical support, Canvas LMS upkeep and innovation, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic startup university environment, being proactive and flexible to manage diverse responsibilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and innovation of a cutting-edge academic institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning. It is a unique opportunity to innovate, design, and implement new learning experiences in an energetic academic environment with a supportive team who are passionate about education.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

REPORTING LINE: Reports to the Director of Teaching & Learning Excellence (within the Center for Educational Excellence)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (percentages indicate an approximate breakdown of the role):

Learning Experience Design & Pedagogical Support (50%)

• Collaborate with faculty to design, develop, and implement innovative blended and online learning experiences aligned with pedagogical best practices
• Create engaging multimedia content including videos and digital learning objects
• Develop tutorials and training resources for faculty, teaching assistants, and students
• Provide personalized consultations to faculty and TAs on pedagogy, e-learning design, and assessment design
• Support faculty to design and deliver active and blended learning techniques, inclusive teaching practices, and student-centered pedagogies
• Support the design, content creation, and delivery of a blended professional development program for faculty and teaching assistants
• Contribute to community-building programming (such as workshops, Lunch and Learns, etc.) related to teaching excellence and innovation
• Ensure all materials adhere to university branding, accessibility guidelines, and copyright

Educational Technology & Digital Learning (30%)

• Serve as a Canvas LMS administrator and expert, providing support and solutions to faculty and teaching assistants
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement educational technology tools that enhance teaching and learning
• Develop and implement evaluation frameworks to measure learning effectiveness, student engagement, and faculty satisfaction of digital initiatives
• Create and curate teaching and learning resources for the university‘s teaching community
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in teaching and learning

Administrative Support (20%)

• Assist with budgeting and purchasing processes
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain organized documentation and digital asset management systems
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and logistics for the Center for Educational Excellence
• Plan and execute educational symposiums and conferences for internal / external educators
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership within the Center for Educational Excellence

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Educational background and working experience

• Bachelor‘s degree or higher in instructional design, graphic design, education, business administration, or a technology-related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education.

1. Technical skills

• Proficiency in e-learning authoring, graphic design and multimedia authoring tools, particularly Canva and video editing software such as DaVinci Resolve.
• Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, Moodle, or similar. Experience with Canvas is a strong asset.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite / Google suite. Ability to ethically and responsibly use generative AI tools is a strong asset.

1. Instructional design and pedagogy

• Experience in developing engaging multimedia content for educational purposes.
• Understanding of active learning principles and their application in higher education.
• Ability to apply instructional design principles to create effective learning materials.
• Understanding of best practices in educational content creation, including accessibility.

1. Administrative and organizational skills

• Experience in strategic planning and budgeting.
• Proven ability to plan and execute events or workshops.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing documents and reports.

1. Communication and interpersonal Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, teaching assistants, and other stakeholders. Experience collaborating with faculty within an international university is a strong asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across various departments.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and ability to work in a diverse international environment.

1. Adaptability and innovation

• Alignment with VinUniversity‘s mission and commitment to excellence in education
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, startup-like environment and a willingness to adapt to the university‘s evolving needs and contribute to its growth.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities.
• Openness to learning new technologies and approaches to learning, as well as a commitment to staying updated on emerging trends in education.

1. Project management

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience in coordinating cross-functional teams or projects.

COMPENSATION

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