Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Data Science

About VinUniversity

VinUniversity (VinUni) is Vietnam's first private, not-for-profit, research-intensive university, established to international standards with the ambition of becoming the first Vietnamese university in the world's top 100. The University has built strategic academic partnerships with Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Nanyang Technological University, and 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.

VinUni's curricula, research, faculty, and facilities are developed to meet the standards of the world's leading accrediting and ranking organizations. In 2024, it became the youngest and fastest university in the world to achieve a QS 5-Star rating and was appointed by UNESCO as the first and only UNESCO Chair University, focusing on Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage, and Biodiversity.

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 — including leading companies such as VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes, and an entrepreneurial network including VinVentures, VinMotion, VinRobotics, and VinSpace.

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About The College of Engineering and Computer Science

The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) combines an international-standard curriculum with state-of-the-art facilities and strategic industry partnerships, particularly within the Vingroup ecosystem. In collaboration with seven research centers, CECS focuses on areas including Internet-of-Things, Parallel Computing, Data & Information Security, Computational Intelligence, Distributed Systems, and Computer Science applications for marketing, accountancy, and finance.

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About the Role

This is a full-time, research-focused position within the College of Engineering and Computer Science, with the opportunity to collaborate with the Institute of Big Data Research, which advances research at the intersection of biotechnology and applied mathematics — integrating genomics, big data, and AI to address national challenges in data infrastructure, smart agriculture, and genetic innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in research groups within data science, with minors in genetics, agriculture, and healthcare
• Carry out research and produce high-quality publications, patents, or other research outputs
• Obtain competitive research funding
• Teach assigned courses, including lectures, assignments, labs, projects, assessment, and office hours
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students
• Contribute to university service, including committee work, faculty recruitment, accreditation, and program development
• Support initiatives aligned with VinUni's strategic goals

Candidate Profile

• PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science (with knowledge of genetics or related natural science fields), or Applied Mathematics from a prestigious university
• Demonstrated teaching ability and commitment to student-centered, active learning
• Evidence of scholarly achievement or strong potential, through publications, international conference engagement, or research collaborations
• Commitment to developing an independent, externally funded research program
• Experience in multinational, multicultural, or start-up environments highly valued

Requirements by rank:

• Assistant Professor — postdoctoral or equivalent experience preferred; demonstrated potential for independent research and effective teaching; international research engagement an advantage
• Associate Professor — extensive, recognized teaching excellence; sustained publication record; success securing research funding as Principal Investigator for 5+ years; active participation in professional societies
• Professor — internationally recognized research leadership; sustained record of high-impact, funded research for 10+ years; keynote presentations or awards for research excellence; distinguished teaching and mentorship

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and research/teaching statement (via the 'Apply' button above). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

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