Abstract

In the context of international integration and Industry 4.0, teaching staff are central to improving public higher education in Ho Chi Minh City. This article examines the current situation and proposes sustainable development solutions. Despite progress such as increased doctoral-level faculty and digital integration challenges remain, including shortages in high-tech fi elds, uneven teaching quality, and limited incentives. The article highlights the need to enhance recruitment, training, research capacity, and technology use, alongside stronger collaboration between government, universities, and society.

Keywords: Teaching staff , public universities, Ho Chi Minh City, digital transformation, scientifi c research.