Vice Dean for Health Research
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Date posted
19 Dec 2023
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Employment type
Full-Time
Location
Hanoi
Division
College of Health Sciences
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THE OPPORTUNITY
VinUni positions itself as not-for-profit higher education institution with
vision to become world-class. Together with its sister Vinmec Healthcare
System, VinUni College of Health Sciences (CHS) campus will be an academic
medical center that will not only educate the new generations of health
professionals but also develop an innovative, impactful research agenda, aimed
at improving the health and health care of all Vietnamese people.
In the long run, CHS plans to develop also a new Medical Research Complex in
its campus, that accommodate joined VinUni-Vinmec research institutions of
high priority. VinUni and Vinmec's current research efforts are focused on the
major causes of death and disability in Vietnam and include: cancer,
cardiovascular diseases, metabolism-related diseases, clinical immunology,
neurology and other NCDs as well as new trends in health technology,
regenerative medicine and stem cell.
This position represent a unique opportunity to join a growing research and
academic program and to play a critical role in shaping the ambitious research
agenda of both the University and Vinmec.
We seek a visionary leader with rigorous academic credentials and a
distinguished record of excellence in population or bio-medical research. We
desire a collegial, collaborative, outstanding scientist with a significant
track record of funded research. The successful candidate will have strong
administrative skills, a track record of research leadership in academic
institutions.
The Vice Dean for Health Research (VDHR) will chair the VinUni/Vinmec
Research Scientific Commmittee and work in accordance with the Joint Steering
Committee (JSC) between VinUni and Vinmec leaderboard. The Vice Dean reports
to the Dean of CHS and work closely with Vinmec leaders, to promote
interprofessional academic and research initiatives that advance evidence-
based practice, and clinical excellence. The Vice Dean collaborates with
academic leaders and faculty across CHS and VinUni to support the University
vision and mission and to effectively communicate them constituencies within
and external to VinUni. S/he will support and promote research agenda
(including clinical research at Vinmec) and research training programs of
the highest quality, public service, and economic development activities of
the College of Health Sciences.
This position is a full-time faculty appointment at the rank of Full
Professor. VinUni offers an excellent remuneration package and benefits.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
In the context of the VinUni College of Health Sciences and Vinmec strategic
alliance, this is a dual-role leadership position to provides leadership for
the planning, development, implementation, assessment, and improvement of all
health research programs, policies and supporting infrastructure. The VDHR
plays a critical role in setting the research vision of the CHS as well as
Vinmec, providing leadership to faculty and staff, and ensuring consistent
quality standards in all its research activities. The VDHR oversees the
research integrity and provides leadership in long-range planning, budgeting,
and program development for health sciences research. The VDHR in
collaboration with the Provost's office and the Vice Provost of Research at
University level to ensure compliance with various accreditation agencies as
well as federal accreditation and regulations.
Major responsibilities for this position include:
In collaboration with the CHS Dean and the Vinmec leadership develop a
strategic plan for a joint impactful research agenda in healthcare that
supports and enhance the mission of both Institutions.
Works collaboratively with the College's grants and sponsored programs
office on issues regarding regulatory oversight and compliance.
Demonstrates strong leadership skills to promote cooperative and
collaborative interdisciplinary research with other Colleges of VinUni as
well as academic, clinical, and educational partners and private industry.
Identifies funding opportunities, including school wide capacity building
projects and facilitates grant writing.
Supports capacity building of faculty and Vinmec physicians and scientists
by organizing regular training and information sessions on research-
related topics (grant writing and submission, budget development and
management, overall research project management), mentoring junior
faculty in all aspects of extramural funding, and facilitating the
successful preparation and submission of proposals.
Participates in the allocation of research space, distributing funds for
research equipment and encouraging the formation of collaborative research
efforts and sharing of resources (when appropriate).
Prepares and disseminates annual reports documenting the College funding,
grant applications, and publications to VinUni administrators, faculty,
and external stakeholders.
The VDHR is expected to engage with not only Vingroup and its affiliated
companies, but also with other organizations in Vietnam and around the
world to develop a robust and mutually beneficial industry engagement
program for research, technological innovation, and commercialization in
healthcare.
The VDHR must lead the process of hosting CHS/ Vinmec-wide events related
to healthcare research and innovation, such as roundtables, conferences,
and symposia that bring academic scholars and health industry executives
to its campus for engaging discussions.
As a member of the senior leadership team of the CHS and Vinmec, the VDHR
serves on university's Academic Advisory Board (if required), chairs the
CHS and Vinmec research committees, and maybe be asked to take on special
responsibility from time to time, based on availability, need, and
urgency.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Distinguished scholar with academic record to warrant the position of full
professor in health sciences at high-quality university (e.g. QS top “50
under 50 university” or equivalent)
Demonstrated significant experiences with research leadership and
development of research program in healthcare.
Demonstrated track record in developing novel clinical therapies and/or
translational studies.
Successful experience in progressively responsible research,
administrative, and educational leadership positions at a high-quality
academic institution.
Strong track record of funded research and strong potential for continued
competitive research funding.
Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students as well as
community groups of diverse academics, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic
backgrounds.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English) and
strong professional network. Vietnamese proficiency is a plus.
Experience in mentoring graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and
junior faculty.
An appreciative understanding of the challenges that inevitably arise from
the operation of a new University, with the patience, resilience, and
ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents of an
institution to effectively resolve challenges and build opportunities to
promote the mission and vision of the College/University
Respect and appreciation for the core values of VinUni: EXCEL (E:
Empathy, X: Exceptional Capability, C: Creativity, E: Entrepreneurial
Mindset, L: Leadership Spirit); and Vinmec: CARE (C: Creativity, A:
Acountability, R: Reliability, E: Excellence)
COMPENSATION
The salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications
and experience.
LIVING AND WORKING IN HANOI, VIETNAM
Work permit: VinUniversity will assist in and provide advice for obtaining
the necessary paperwork needed for employment in Vietnam (visa, work
permit, insurance, etc.). However, it is your responsibility to ensure
that you can satisfy all the paper requirements in a timely manner.
According to Vietnamese Law, expatriates are required to submit all
necessary documents for a work permit on the first day in Vietnam. For
more information about the necessary documents, please refer to the
information in this link.
Living costs: Vietnam has a comparatively low cost of living and
expatriates can live a very comfortable life here with a moderate
expenditure.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit (1) Curriculum-Vita, (2) A minimum of two recommendation
letters, and (3) a cover letter and other relevant qualifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those
candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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