Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Assistant

ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity is the first private, not-for-profit Vietnamese university established based on international standards. The university integrates the models of excellent international universities with the unique cultural and economic characteristics of Vietnam, to make a breakthrough in Vietnamese higher education and to become a world-class university.

VinUniversity has strategic collaborations with the world’s leading universities, including Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. These universities have become close advisors and crucial enablers in establishing the four colleges at VinUniversity: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Management, College of Engineering and Computer Science, and College of Health Sciences. Every aspect of the University: its curricula, research, faculty, student body, facilities, and campus life, is being developed to meet the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting and ranking organizations, such as ABET, AACSB, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE).VinUniversity’s founding benefactor, Vingroup, is one of the biggest private conglomerates in Asia with the largest market capitalization value in Vietnam. As a multisector corporation, Vingroup focuses on three main areas: Technology; Industry; and Property Services. VinUniversity is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high-quality research institutes (such as VinAI, and VinBigData), pioneering industrial enterprises (such as VinFast), and leading Vietnamese companies (such as Vinpearl, Vincom Retail, Vinmec, and Vinhomes).

ABOUT CEI

The Center for Environmental Intelligence (CEI) is a hub for “Green and Sustainable Tech Transfer” at VinUni. It fosters global collaborations to address environmental challenges using advanced technology and interdisciplinary research. CEI focuses on smart and sustainable development, driving transformative solutions for Vietnam and beyond. Its mission includes creating a robust platform for technology transfer and partnering to tackle climate change and sustainability. Key research areas involve smart charging for electric vehicles, digital twins for eco-friendly communities, developing next-gen battery materials, and assessing carbon stock in Vietnam’s forests, aiming for significant social and environmental impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Center for Environmental Intelligence at VinUniversity is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow and research assistant with a rich background in electrochemistry, batteries or supercapacitors to be a part of our team, starting between August and December 2024.

The key responsibilities include:

• Conduct experiments and perform data analysis related to batteries and electrochemistry.
• Establish research facilities at VinUniversity, specifically in the field of electrochemistry.
• Assist in writing reports, manuscripts, patents, and in the functioning of the lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree for Research Assistant position, and PhD. for Postdoctoral Fellow in electrochemistry, materials science or relevant fields.
• Strong data analysis skills and deep understanding of research methodology.
• Strong commitment, teamwork, critical thinking and motivation.
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Proficient in written English, and fluent oral English skills.

COMPENSATION

• Innovative Research Environment: Work in a highly collaborative setting, connections to established researchers from both domestic and international universities and research institutes.
• Impact-driven projects: Collaborate with industry partners to produce translational research outputs.
• Competitive Salary: Salary is negotiable based on experience and expertise.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your CV and portfolio of relevant work to CEI office at cei@vinuni.edu.vn, cc Ms. Kim Cuong cuong.ptk@vinuni.edu.vn. Include “Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Assistant Position – Center for Environmental Intelligence” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

VinUniversity is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.