Job Description
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.
ABOUT US
The 3D Technology in Medicine Center at VinUniversity is pioneering the development and translation of medical 3D technologies into clinical practice in Vietnam in close collaboration with Vinmec Healthcare System. Through interdisciplinary partnerships with doctors, engineers, researchers, industry, and government, we develop innovative healthcare solutions, conduct high-impact translational research, and advance nationally strategic medical technologies.
Key Responsibilities
The Research Assistant will collaborate closely with internal departments, hospital partners, industry collaborators, and multidisciplinary research teams to support the Center's operational, research, and commercial activities. This position will work on campus with the tasks is listed below:
- Financial Planning & Business Operations
− Develop annual center and project budgets, financial forecasts, pricing models, and monitor business performance.
− Prepare financial reports and work closely with Finance and leadership on operational planning. - Procurement & Commercial Operations: Manage procurement, vendor and contract administration, and commercial operations, including PR/PO processes, product sales, invoicing, and revenue tracking.
- Quality & Regulatory Management
− Coordinate implementation and maintenance of ISO management systems (ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
− Support documentation, audits, SOP development, and regulatory compliance. - Research & Project Assistant
− Support MOU signing, IRB applications, grant proposals, research administration, and manuscript preparation.
− Coordinate multidisciplinary projects and provide operational support across Center activities. - Administration & Clinical Coordination
− Coordinate administrative documentation, operational reporting, and project tracking.
− Manage patient case logistics, clinical coordination, and medical 3D case databases. - Other Responsibilities
− Contribute to strategic initiatives, technology commercialization, and continuous operational improvement.
− Perform other duties as assigned by the Center Director.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Be a graduate with a background in health sciences.
- Be proactive, detail-oriented, and highly responsible.
- Have outstanding organizational skills with an ability to plan & prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Good computer skills, with preference given to candidates with experience in SAP software, quantitative research, clinical research, and research/project management tools.
- Good English skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and experience working in diverse and international environments.
- Alignment with VinUni’s core values (EXCEL): Empathy, Exceptional Capability, Creativity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, and Leadership Mindset.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CVs in English to hoang.nv2@vinuni.edu.vn (Dr. Hoang, Operating Lead of the 3D Lab).
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of receiving their application.