Tenure-Track and Tenured Faculty Positions at School of Information Science and Technology (SIST) 

ShanghaiTech University invites highly qualified candidates to fill multiple tenure-track/tenured faculty positions as its core founding team in the School of Information Science and Technology (SIST). We seek candidates with exceptional academic records or demonstrated strong potentials in all cutting-edge research areas of information science and technology. They must be fluent in English. English-based overseas academic training or background is highly desired.ShanghaiTech is founded as a world-class research university for training future generations of scientists, entrepreneurs, and technical leaders. Boasting a new modern campus in Zhangjiang Hightech Park of cosmopolitan Shanghai, ShanghaiTech shall trail-blaze a new education system in China. Besides establishing and maintaining a world-class research profile, faculty candidates are also expected to contribute substantially to both graduate and undergraduate educations.

SIST Research Centers:

• Visual & Data Intelligence Center (VDI Center)
• Network Intelligence Center (NICE)
• Post-Moore Microelectronics Integrated Circuit Center (PMICC)
• Center for Intelligent Power and Energy Systems (CiPES)
• ShanghaiTech Automation and Robotics Center (STAR Center)
• Smart Medical Information Research Center(SMIRC)
• Systems & Security Center(SSC)

Open positions:

• Senior faculty members (e.g., full professor) who can serve as directors of SIST research centers
• Associate Professor
• Assistant Professor

Academic Disciplines:

Candidates in all areas of information science and technology shall be considered. Our recruitment focus includes, but is not limited to: computer science and technology, electronic science and technology, information and communication engineering, applied mathematics and statistics, data science, robotics, bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, internet of things, electrical engineering, intelligent power and energy systems, computer systems and security, operation research, mathematical optimization and other interdisciplinary fields involving information science and technology, especially areas related to AI.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary and startup funds are highly competitive, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishment. We also offer a comprehensive benefit package to employees and eligible dependents, including on-campus housing. All regular ShanghaiTech faculty members will join its new tenure-track system in accordance with international practice for progress evaluation and promotion.

Qualifications:

• Strong research productivity and demonstrated potentials;
• Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math, or related field);
• A minimum relevant (including PhD) research experience of 4 years.

Applications:

Submit (in English, PDF version) a cover letter, a 2-page research plan, a CV plus copies of 3 most significant publications, and names of three referees to: sist@shanghaitech.edu.cn.

Visit https://www.shanghaitech.edu.cn/eng/ for more information about ShanghaiTech University.

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Introduction

Since the launch of management education in 1985, the School of Business and Management has been committed to serving the national strategy from the reform and opening up to today’s Chinese enterprises going global. SBM students have been active in every important historical stage of national development. Taking SISU’s Double First Class Initiative as an opportunity, SBM focuses on the strategic needs of national development, and grasps the business management discipline at home and abroad research trends and major practical issues, organizes and carry outs major theoretical and innovative research and policy research, devotes herself to serving the decision-making and management of government departments, enterprises and institutions at all levels in China, and strive to cultivate various management and research talents at all levels.

Major Concentrations: Consumer Behavior and Neural Decision, Information Management and Digital Marketing, Corporate Strategy and Cross-Cultural Management, Fintech and Corporate Finance

Contact Person: Ms. Chen

Email: zhaopin-sbm@shisu.edu.cn

Tel.：021-35372940

Address: No.1 Build Room 316, SISU Hongkou Campus, Dalian(W.) 550, SHANGHAI

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Employer: ShanghaiTech University (website)

Jointly organized and established by the Shanghai Municipal Government and Chinese Academy of Sciences, ShanghaiTech is a small-scale, high-level, international research and innovative university. The Institute of Humanities was founded in June 2019, based on the idea that a first-tier university must be supported by the first-tier research and education of humanities. Directly affiliated to ShanghaiTech University, Institute of Humanities is a substantive, comprehensive teaching and research institution. Institute of Humanities undertakes developing both general education and humanities construction, so as to support ShanghaiTech’s ambition to grow into a first-tier university, and promote school reputation of academic excellence at both the national and the international level.

In order to achieve these goals, Institute of Humanities is inviting applications for tenure-track and teaching positions including professors, associate professors and assistant professors from renowned universities and research institutions at home and abroad.

Teaching & Research Areas 

1. Philosophy: Chinese Philosophy, Western Philosophy, Logic, Science Philosophy, Aesthetics
2. Chinese language and literature: Ancient literature, modern literature, literary theory, comparative literature and world literature, Chinese writing
3. History: Chinese history, World history, Historical theory, Art history
4. Foreign Language and Literature: Foreign Language studies in English, French, German and Japanese, British and American literature, French literature, German literature, Japanese and literature

Qualifications 

* Requirements for Professors, Associate professors

• Excellent academic background, PhD degree, undergraduate and graduate studies should be carried out at renowned universities.
• Capable of continuously publishing high-impact research articles on important or top journals, outstanding achievements in his/her area of research.
• High academic reputation in relevant area.
• Available for full-time work.
• Teach three or more different courses.

* Requirements for Assistant professors

• PhD degree form first-tier universities or first-tier disciplines.
• Proven track record of excellent research capacity and potential, active in academic thinking.
• Research achievements recognized by experts in relevant field, capable of opening at least three different undergraduate courses.
• Available for full-time work.

Salary Package 

According to the regulations and evaluation system of Shanghai University of science and technology, we provide highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. Negotiable for exceptional outstanding candidates.

Application Procedure 

• Your personal resume with information about education background, work experience, publications, research programs and academic awards.
• Cover letter with brief introduction of your research and teaching experience as well as your future plan.
• Provide detailed contact information of your three referees and we may contact them directly for sending the reference letters if necessary. Please also indicate your relations with the referees.
• 3-5 representative papers or monograph (full text in electronic version)

Please send the above application documents to hr-ih@shanghaitech.edu.cn. Our Search Committee will review all the applications and contact you further if you are selected as a qualified candidate.

Thank you for joining in ShanghaiTech! 

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Aging and Health Pillar

Open position: Two Postdoctoral Researchers

Job Description:

• Under the leadership of Associate Professor Guillaume Marois, the two postdoctoral researchers will work on the NSFC-funded project: “The nexus of fertility, educational attainment, and labor force participation and its consequences for population aging in China”. The research project aims at reassessing the potential impact of changes in fertility on the consequences of population aging, taking into account the interaction of fertility behaviors, educational attainment, and labor force participation and its intergenerational feedback.
• Conduct high-quality research that aligns with the aims the project
• Publish in leading social sciences journals;
• Collaborate with the other researchers involved in this project;
• Participate in other academic tasks of the Asian Demographic Research Institute
• Have opportunities to develop own research agenda within the project

Requirements:

• Have a Ph.D. in demography, sociology, geography, economics or a related discipline. (Applications from doctoral students who are close to being awarded with the Doctoral Degree will also be considered);
• Have strong quantitative analytical skills;
• Have experience and knowledge in demographic analysis and population projections;
• Excellent oral and written English;
• Have a good publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• For postdoctoral researchers, contracts length is two years

International Migration Pillar

Open position: One Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Description:

• Work in collaboration with scholars in the pillar led by Professor Guy Abel. Research topics include international comparisons of migration rates by demographic characteristics such as age, sex and educational attainment, estimation and projections of migration patterns, and international migrant integration in Asia
• Publish in leading demographic journals
• Explore external funding opportunities

Requirements:

• Have a background in migration studies with a Ph.D. in demography, sociology, geography, economics or a related discipline. (Applications from doctoral students who are close to being awarded with the Doctoral Degree will also be considered)
• Have strong quantitative analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written English
• For postdoctoral researchers, contracts length is two years

Internal Migration and Urbanization Pillar

Open position: One open position. Depending on his or her qualifications, the applicant may be hired as Full Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Researcher.

Job Description:

• Develop own research agenda focusing on internal migration and urbanization in Asian countries
• Work in collaboration with other scholars in the pillar led by Professor Yu Zhu, investigating a range of issues on internal migration and urbanization, including (but not limited to) patterns of internal migration and urbanization; the mobility transition and the settlement transition; and international comparative studies of internal migration and urbanization (particularly in Asian countries other than China)
• Develop research for publication in leading demographic journals
• Be capable of teaching courses on the ADRI graduate program (not applicable if the successful applicant is at the postdoctoral level)
• Explore external funding opportunities.

Requirements:

• Have a background in the study of migration and/or urbanization with a Ph.D. in demography, sociology, geography, economics or a related discipline
• Excellent oral and written English
• Priority will be given to candidates with research experiences on Asian countries other than China and demonstrating an internationally competitive publication record in peer reviewed journals
• For postdoctoral researchers, contracts length is two years (with possibility of extension to 3 years）

We offer

• Competitive salary and allowance
• For international applicants, we will provide settlement allowances, assistance with visa, work and residency permit applications in China

Application

For application, please send materials listed below in the PDF format to minyue_maxine@shu.edu.cn

1. A cover letter (500-750 words in English) detailing the position of interests and the applicant’s suitability for the job.
2. Curriculum Vitae (in English for international applicants, in both Chinese and English for Chinese applicants).
3. English language writing samples. Published journal articles are preferred.

Positions remain open until they are filled.

About Asian Demographic Research Institute (ADRI):

Asian Demographic Research Institute (ADRI) in the School of Sociology at Shanghai University was established on July 1st, 2015. Building on formal demography, ADRI carries out international comparative studies on topics concerning population and sustainable development in Asian countries. ADRI currently is comprised of five research pillars, including Population and Environment/Climate Change, Human Capital and Development, International Migration, Internal Migration and Urbanization, and Aging and Health. Sixteen faculty members from six countries are now working in ADRI. The working language in ADRI is English. ADRI provides M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Demography for Chinese and international students.

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The successful candidates will work primarily in Mehdi Abdi’s research group and will enjoy the international academic atmosphere of the Wilczek Quantum Center at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. The salaries are competitive plus opportunities for applying for extra funds and benefits.

The successful candidates can join the group immediately. The starting date is flexible but no later than 30 April 2024. The positions are for 2 years and extendible according to the performance and qualifications.

Applicants should have, or be about to obtain, a PhD in a relevant area of theoretical physics, and to have an established track record of original research and experience of working in collaboration. A robust knowledge of quantum optics and the theory of quantum information is required, while numerical experiences are advantageous. Have good skills to communicate in written and spoken English. (Note: According to SJTU regulations postdocs should be under the age of 35 at the time of hiring).

Interested candidates are requested to send the following materials to Mehdi Abdi (mehabdi@sjtu.edu.cn):
1) Full CV including list of publications.
2) A research statement with description of your recent research and your future plan (not to exceed three pages).
3) The contact details of at least two academic referees. (Please let your referees be aware that they will be contacted by the WQC to request they provide a reference for you).

Informal enquiries may be made to Mehdi Abdi (mehabdi@sjtu.edu.cn).

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Of particular interest are persons with background in biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, and organic chemistry. However, creative and energetic individuals who show extraordinary promise or accomplishment in any area will be considered. We require a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline, and post-doctoral experience is desirable.

Fudan University, located in the city of Shanghai, is one of the most prestigious universities in China. The positions include an excellent startup package and comprehensive benefits.To apply, please send curriculum vitae, detailed statements of research, and names and addresses of three references to chemhr@fudan.edu.cn.

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Founded in 1952, and located in Shanghai, East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) is a dynamic and prominent research-intensive university with high teaching quality. It has been the first chemical industry oriented university in China, known as the “cradle of chemical engineers”.

Now the university has 17 academic schools, together with the MOE-approved Sino-French joint school, International Elite Engineering School. Chemistry is among Top 1‰ of World ESI Ranking, and Materials Science, Engineering, Biochemistry and Biology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Agricultural Science, Computer Science, Environment/Ecology have walked into Top 1% group.

Housing one Joint Research Center headed by 2016 Nobel Laureate in chemistry Ben Feringa, one Research Center of Contracts and Governance named after 2016 Nobel Laureate in Economics Sciences Oliver Hart, together with five international joint laboratories, the university aims at global frontiers of science and technology and is committed to high-level joint education and research for building a better shared future of mankind.

Job Opportunities and Qualifications

1. Chair Professor

Candidates should in principle be under the age of 50.

Candidates should have high academic status and good academic reputation in the field, reach the level of tenured professors in top universities (disciplines), have been recognized as first-class scholars in their professional fields, and have made important achievements recognized by their peers at home and abroad.

Candidates should have an international perspective and strategic vision, and be able to lead the relevant discipline to catch up with or surpass the world-class level.

2. Distinguished Professor

Candidates should in principle be under the age of 42.

Candidates have high visibility and influence in the field, have achieved original and important influential academic results, and have the academic performance and ability close to the level of national key talent.

Candidates should have the ability to serve as the academic leader in the key direction of the relevant disciplines of the university.

3. Distinguished Researcher

1）Distinguished Researcher

Candidates should in principle be no more than 35 years old (no more than 38 years old for females) in Science and Engineering, and no more than 40 years old in Humanities and Social Sciences. The age of those listed in the National Young Talent Project can be relaxed appropriately.

Candidates should have good scientific research experience, and clear research direction, have initially formed research characteristics, and have great potential for development. The teaching and research ability and performance level in the relevant academic field are at or near the level of those selected for the National Young Talent Project.

2）Distinguished Associate Researcher

Candidates should generally be no more than 32 years old (no more than 35 years old for females) in Science and Engineering, and no more than 37 years old in Humanities and Social Sciences. The age of those listed in the Shanghai Key Talent Project may be relaxed to no more than 35 years old (no more than 38 years old for females) in Science and Engineering and no more than 40 years old in Humanities and Social Sciences.

Candidates should have a good scientific research background, outstanding research ability and performance in relevant academic fields, and great development potential.

4. Lecturer

Candidates should possess a doctoral degree from a high-level university or research institution at home or abroad, have professional background and development potential in relevant disciplines, and have achieved certain academic achievements.

5. Postdoctoral Researcher

Candidates should in principle be no more than 35 years old.

Candidates should possess a doctoral degree from a high-level university or research institution at home or abroad, and have good academic background and great potential.

Salary and Benefits

1. We will provide highly competitive salary of international standard and adequate funding for career development.

2. We will offer housing allowance and provide transitional apartment or government-subsidized rental housing, all fully furnished.

3. We will help solve your children’s schooling.

4. We will provide the corresponding office and laboratory and help you set up a research team, appointing master and doctoral supervisors, and enrolling graduate students.

Contact Information

For general inquiries or specific questions, please reach us by phone or address to Email with a subject title of “Application to ECUST”.

To explore job opportunities, please visit:

https://personnel.ecust.edu.cn/2023/0102/c7474a151938/page.htm

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Shanghai Jiao Tong University, one of the top universities in China, is undertaking a major expansion aimed at becoming one of the world’s leading centers of scientific research. As part of this expansion program, it has established a new Institute of Natural Sciences http://ins.sjtu.edu.cn/, which is designed to be an interdisciplinary platform for conducting first-rate research, education and scientific exchange across the entire spectrum of Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Theoretical Chemistry, Computational, Data, Biology and Life Sciences.

An ambitious faculty recruitment program, aimed at attracting faculty members at all levels, including both senior academic leaders and promising young researchers, will be continued for the next few years. Salary and start-up packages are competitive with the peer institutions in China, and at the international level in special cases. Candidates will be considered at all ranks, and in all major fields of natural and engineering sciences. Some of the appointments will be made jointly with the relevant departments on campus. Endowed Chair Professorships are available to senior scientists with well-established academic credentials. Other senior and junior professorships are open to candidates with exceptional research records or potential.

Applications should consist of a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications, summary of future research plans, and four letters of reference. Candidates should submit the applications on mathjobs website. https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/SJTUINS

Institute of Natural Sciences

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Shanghai 200240, China.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue for the next several years.

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The John Hopcroft Center for Computer Science at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is seeking to fill several tenure-track positions in computer science at the rank of Assistant Professor and above.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in China, which enjoys a long history and a world-renowned reputation. John Hopcroft Center for Computer Science, founded in January 2017, focuses on the fundamental problems in computer science, exploring new theories and efficient algorithms for the future, and fostering talents in computer science. The center will provide a favorable international academic environment for faculty members.

Professor John Hopcroft, 1986 Turing Award winner, has been working at SJTU since 2011. Over the last five years, he has dedicated tremendous amount of efforts and made great contributions to the development of computer science research and the undergraduate teaching quality in SJTU. In 2016, he was awarded the “Chinese Government Friendship Award”, which is the highest recognition to a foreign expert who has made outstanding contributions to China’s economic and social progress.

Strong candidates in all areas will be considered with special consideration given (but not limited) to Quantum Computing, Computer Architecture, Database, Operating System, Software Engineering etc. An internationally competitive package for salary and benefits will be offered by the Center. SJTU makes a great effort to provide a startup research grant. In addition to conduct research in the Center, faculty members are required to teach courses and supervise Ph.D. students and master students. The overall teaching load is one course per semester. Our equal opportunity and affirmative action program seek minorities, women and non-Chinese scientists.

The criteria for promotion will be professional reputation as judged by international experts in the candidate’s field and excellence in teaching.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita (CV), a research statement and a teaching statement to jhc@sjtu.edu.cn. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

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