Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Electrical EngineeringUniversity

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 full-time, research-focused position sits within CECS, with the opportunity to collaborate with the Environmental Intelligence Research Cluster on areas such as high-power wireless charging for electric vehicles, AI-enabled digital twin energy systems, intelligent power electronics, autonomous robotic and vehicle systems, IC design and semiconductors, circular battery and sustainable materials, and green hydrogen and fuel cell catalysis.

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 Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Control Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Embedded Systems

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; 5+ years securing research funding as Principal Investigator; active participation in professional societies

Professor — internationally recognized research leadership; 10+ years of high-impact, funded research; keynote presentations or research awards; 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.

Competitive