Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Mechanical Engineering

ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity (VinUni) is Vietnam's first private, not-for-profit, research-intensive university, built to international standards with the ambition of ranking among the world's top 100 universities. VinUni has strategic academic partnerships with Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Nanyang Technological University, and comprises four colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business and Management, Engineering and Computer Science, and Health Sciences.

VinUni's curricula, research, faculty, and facilities meet the standards of the world's leading accrediting and ranking organizations. In 2024, it became the youngest and fastest university globally 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 VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes, plus an entrepreneurial network including VinVentures, VinMotion, VinRobotics, and VinSpace.

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ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE (CECS)

CECS combines an international-standard curriculum with state-of-the-art facilities and strategic industry partnerships within the Vingroup ecosystem. In collaboration with seven research centers, CECS focus areas include Smart Grid, Microelectronics and VLSI Design, RF Design, Industrial Electronics, Embedded Processors, Renewable Energy, Sensor Networks, Wireless Communications, and Control and Optimization.

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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 Environmental Intelligence Research Cluster on areas such as green hydrogen and electrochemical energy systems, carbon-negative and CO₂-capturing materials, next-generation energy harvesting materials, recycling and second-life EV batteries, water treatment and resource recovery, smart manufacturing, and circular battery technologies. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead high-impact research with strong translational outcomes, publishing in top-tier journals and securing competitive external funding
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and active engagement in academic events
• Contribute to innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer, including commercialization
• Develop, plan, and deliver high-quality, accredited curricula for undergraduate and/or graduate programs
• Prepare course materials, deliver lectures and tutorials, assess student performance, and supervise academic projects
• Supervise research students and mentor junior faculty
• Contribute to university service, including committee work, faculty recruitment, accreditation, and program development
• Support initiatives aligned with VinUni's Vision 2030 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) from a prestigious university in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Nanotechnology
• 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 

RANK-SPECIFIC REQUIRENTS

• 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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