Faculty of Psychology (Open Rank)
Join VinUniversity's College of Arts and Sciences as a full-time psychology faculty member in research or research/teaching tracks.
Best for:Best for psychology scholars and educators with a strong research record and experience in experiential learning.
Overview
VinUniversity is seeking two full-time faculty members at an open rank for its psychology group within the College of Arts and Sciences. Successful candidates can choose between a research-focused track or a balanced research and teaching track, contributing to the university's growing academic community. Responsibilities include conducting high-impact scholarship, teaching undergraduate psychology courses, mentoring students, and supporting institutional development. Applicants should possess a PhD in psychology or a related field, strong pedagogical skills, and a commitment to experiential and interdisciplinary learning.
What you'll do
- Conduct high-impact research and publish findings in top-tier peer-reviewed international journals.
- Pursue external funding and build collaborative research partnerships within global and local academic networks.
- Teach undergraduate psychology courses utilizing active and experiential learning approaches such as team-based and project-based learning.
- Mentor and support students in their academic growth, research initiatives, and professional development.
- Contribute to curriculum design, interdisciplinary program development, and general university service.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in psychology or a closely related field
Language: English; excellent written and verbal proficiency required
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of publications in peer-reviewed international journals or conference presentations
- Demonstrated track record or strong potential for impactful research in psychology, behavioral science, or related fields
- Proven experience with experiential learning methods like team-based learning or project-based learning
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate courses
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- International applicants must have a minimum of three years of relevant full-time professional experience to obtain a work permit in Vietnam
- Alignment with VinUniversity core values
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-10-19
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, a resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of two professional references through the application portal.
- Cover letter
- CV
- List of two references
Contact
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