THE CENTER FOR INNOVATIONS IN HEALTH SCIENCES

The VinUniversity Center for Innovations in Health Sciences (IHS) is committed to advancing innovative, interdisciplinary research that improves health outcomes, promotes health equity, and strengthens health systems in Vietnam, Southeast Asia, and globally. The Center emphasizes the integration of research, education, and digital innovation to address complex and emerging health challenges.
IHS aims to be a regional leader in interprofessional education, digital health, and women’s health, with a strong focus on translating research into scalable interventions and policy impact.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

IHS is seeking a highly motivated and research-driven postdoctoral researcher to join a 36-month interdisciplinary project titled:

1) “Advancing Interprofessional Education and Care” and 2) “Applications of Technology to Improve Women’s Health Outcomes.”

The postdoctoral researcher will work within a multidisciplinary team spanning nursing, public health, medicine, and digital health. The role involves contributing to the full research lifecycle and engaging with clinical partners, patients, and policymakers to ensure research outputs are impactful, scalable, and aligned with real-world healthcare needs.

THE WOMEN’S HEALTH RESEARCH LAB

The Women’s Health Research Lab led by Dr. Nguyen Thi Hoa Huyen (https://dawnvietnam.com.vn/en) focuses on advancing innovative, patient-centered solutions to improve health outcomes in women, particularly those affected by cancer. The group’s work sits at the intersection of interprofessional education and care, digital health, mental health, and symptom science, with a strong emphasis on translating research into real-world impact.

A flagship initiative of the group is the Community Wellness Program (CoWP)—a comprehensive, technology-enabled intervention designed to support women with cancer and their caregivers throughout the care continuum. At the core of this initiative is the CoWP App, a smart digital platform that integrates symptom monitoring, mental health support, and patient-provider communication to enhance continuity of care and improve quality of life.

The research group has successfully:

• Developed and implemented a 12-week evidence-based intervention program focusing on symptom management and mental health
• Trained 200+ women with cancer and caregivers and 200+ healthcare professionals across multiple sites
• Deployed and evaluated the CoWP App in multi-hospital settings in Vietnam
• Secured intellectual property recognition for both the intervention model and the digital platform

Building on this foundation, the group is expanding its research to incorporate AI-driven predictive models, interprofessional care frameworks, and scalable digital health solutions to address unmet needs in cancer survivorship and women’s health across Southeast Asia.

The lab offers a highly collaborative and dynamic environment, with opportunities to:

• Lead and co-author high-impact international publications
• Engage in multi-country research collaborations
• Contribute to competitive grant development as co-investigator
• Work directly with patients, clinicians, and policymakers
• Translate research into scalable innovations and health policy impact

This is an ideal environment for researchers who are passionate about impact-driven science, digital health innovation, and advancing equity in women’s health globally.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Roles & Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will play a central role in advancing the project’s research and implementation agenda and will be expected to:

Research Implementation and Coordination

• Contribute to the design and implementation of studies in interprofessional education and care, women’s health, and digital care
• Coordinate multi-site data collection involving hospitals, communities, and digital health platforms
• Ensure adherence to research protocols, ethical standards, and project timelines
• Support project monitoring, documentation, and reporting

Data Analysis and Scientific Publications

• Lead or contribute to quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods data analysis
• Prepare and submit manuscripts to high-impact peer-reviewed international journals
• Develop policy briefs, technical reports, and dissemination materials
• Present findings at national and international conferences

Grant Development and Research Expansion

• Contribute to the development of national and international grant proposals in women’s health and digital health
• Conduct literature reviews and support study design and methodology development
• Assist with budgeting, workplans, and proposal preparation
• Support the expansion of research initiatives in interprofessional education/care and cancer survivorship

Consortium and Partnership Engagement

• Collaborate with academic, clinical, and industry partners across Vietnam and Southeast Asia
• Engage with stakeholders including healthcare providers, patients, and policymakers
• Participate in multi-institutional and interdisciplinary research activities

Capacity Building and Mentorship

• Supervise and mentor research assistants, students, and junior researchers
• Contribute to training programs in interprofessional education and research methods
• Support development of research protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Strengthen the research capacity within the College of Health Sciences

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology or related health disciplines (e.g., women’s health, oncology, psychology, health sciences)
• Demonstrated research experience in women’s health, cancer care, interprofessional education/care, or related areas
• Strong methodological training (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods)
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications in international journals
• Experience conducting applied or clinical research
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cancer survivorship, symptom management, or mental health in women
• Experience in interprofessional education or collaborative care models
• Experience with digital health interventions (e.g., mobile apps, telehealth, AI in healthcare)
• Experience in multi-site or international research projects
• Track record in grant writing or participation in funded research projects
• Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, SPSS) and/or qualitative software (e.g., NVivo)

Professional and Personal Attributes

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong leadership potential and initiative
• Passion for improving women’s health and care outcomes
• Interest in pursuing a long-term academic or global health research career
• Ability to mentor and support junior researchers and students

Appointment Details:

• Salary: A competitive salary package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and discussed during the interview process
• Contract: Annual contract, renewable based on performance, project needs, funding availability, and approval from IHS.
• Work location: VinUniversity, Hanoi, Vietnam

Principal Investigator:

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Nguyen Thi Hoa Huyen Nguyen Thi Hoa Huyen - VinUni

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A cover letter outlining their research experience and motivation for the position
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact information for at least two academic referees

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