Embrace Discovery: Scientists, Principal Investigators, Professors, Researchers, Postdocs Wanted!

Introduction

About Zhejiang University

Zhejiang University is a comprehensive, research-oriented and innovative university with distinctive characteristics and great influence both domestically and internationally. It offers a wide range of disciplines, including philosophy, economics, and medicine. ZJU is highly regarded and has achieved notable rankings in various global university rankings. In the QS World Rankings 2023, it holds the 42nd position, and in the QS Asian Universities Rankings 2022, it ranks 13th. Furthermore, ZJU is ranked 3rd in the National Rankings 2022 of the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) and 36th in the World Rankings of ARWU.

About Us

The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the International School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, and the International Institutes of Medicine, Zhejiang University form a collaborative partnership established by Zhejiang University and Yiwu Municipal People's Government. With a commitment to uphold the quality and standards of Zhejiang University, and a focus on national strategic priorities and the implementation of the "double first-class initiatives", this triad development model aims to create an internationally recognized, cutting-edge and research-oriented institute for advanced medical education. Its purpose is to explore how local internationalization can drive innovation in medical science and embark on a new educational journey that embraces global engagement.

The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine is a provincial, comprehensive tertiary class-A hospital integrating medicine, education and research, and is directly affiliated with Zhejiang University. It has a planned 4,300 beds and is ranked top 5% of the tertiary public hospitals in China, making it the youngest hospital in the country to earn the award.

The International School of Medicine, Zhejiang University (ISM) is a secondary college run and managed by Zhejiang University, which is set to become an institute of higher medical education serving the national "Belt and Road" initiative. Huang Hefeng, an academician from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and a famous reproductive medicine scientist, has been appointed as the Dean of the International School of Medicine.

The International Institutes of Medicine, Zhejiang University is a platform for scientific research support and translational medicine research, and has been approved as the first batch of new provincial-level R&D institutions in Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for Future Pathology, Postdoctoral Workstations. An international and cutting-edge research team has been built, focusing on “5+X” disciplines, including Reproductive Medicine, Oncology, Regeneration and Aging Medicine, Global Health, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. 8 centers have been built, including the Centers for Reproductive Medicine, RNA Medicine, Oncology Medicine, Regeneration and Aging Medicine, Metabolic Medicine, Brain and Nerve Disease Research, Mitochondrial Medicine, and Genomics Medicine. We will continue to carry out high-level clinical translation and cutting-edge multidisciplinary cooperation.

Positions

Position openings

“Qiushi” Chair Professor

“Qiushi” Distinguished Scholar

Tenured Professor/Tenured Associate Professor

ZJU 100 Young Professor

Distinguished Research Fellow/Distinguished Associate Research Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

 

1.“Qiushi” Chair Professor

Position Description

The “Qiushi” Chair professorship at Zhejiang University is a prestigious academic position, named after the university’s official philosophy "Qiushi", meaning seeking truth and pursuing innovation. The position is awarded to professors who have made significant contributions to their respective academic fields and are recognized as leading experts in their areas of research. They also have a significant influence on shaping the academic direction and culture of the university. In short, the “Qiushi” Chair professorship at Zhejiang University is a highly respected position reserved for exceptional academic leaders.

Qualifications

• You should have systematic and innovative accomplishments in the respective field(s), make significant contributions, and generate a wide range of international academic influence.
• You should have internationally recognized awards or be an academician of developed countries, or a distinguished scholar of comparable level from both domestic and overseas institutions.

Additional Information

Additional Information

This is a full-time job

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: We provide competitive remuneration packages which enable you to focus on academic pursuits. Customized arrangements will be made for each individual.
• Housing: One unit of faculty housing can be purchased at a preferential policy price. A temporary apartment can be provided during the transition period.
• Start-up research funding: Based on actual demand, we provide negotiable research start-up funding.
• Environment: We provide a professional office environment and ample lab space.
• Team building: We ensure an annual quota of doctoral student admissions and support the recruitment of postdoctoral fellows.
• Family support: We assist in enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for spouses. We also provide assistance with obtaining local residency permits for foreigners, and other related matters.

2.“Qiushi” Distinguished Scholar

Position Description

The position of Zhejiang University “Qiushi” Distinguished Scholar (including “Qiushi” Distinguished Professor, “Qiushi” Distinguished Instructional Scholar, “Qiushi” Distinguished Experimental Scholar, “Qiushi” Distinguished Clinician) is a prestigious academic role that is bestowed upon accomplished individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. As a Qiushi Distinguished Scholar, one holds a distinguished position within the academic community and is recognized for their exceptional expertise, research and scholarly achievements.

Basic Qualifications

• You should hold a position as professor or equivalent position at a high-level university either domestically or internationally (For the position of “Qiushi” Distinguished Clinician, you should ideally hold both the positions of professor and chief physician).
• You should be under the age of 55 as of January 1st of the application year.

Additional Information

This is a full-time job.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: We provide a remuneration package that enables you to dedicate yourself to academic pursuits.
• Housing: One unit of faculty housing can be purchased at a preferential policy price. A temporary apartment can be provided during the transition period.
• Start-up research funding: We provide competitive research start-up funding in accordance with the academic discipline field.
• Environment: We provide a professional office environment and ample lab space.
• Team building: We ensure an annual quota of doctoral student admissions and support the recruitment of postdoctoral fellows.
• Family support: We assist in enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for spouses. We also provide assistance with obtaining local residency permits for foreigners, and other related matters.

 

3.Tenured Professor/Tenured Associate Professor

Position Description

Tenured Professors or Tenured Associate Professors hold a permanent position within the university's faculty, demonstrating a high level of expertise, scholarly accomplishments, and teaching proficiency in their respective field. This position typically represents the culmination of an extensive academic career, characterized by years of experience, advanced research contributions, and a strong reputation within the academic community.

Basic Qualifications

• For the position of Tenured Professor candidate, you should demonstrate a level of academic excellence comparable to tenured professors at renowned universities both domestically and internationally. For the position of Tenured Associate Professor candidate, you should meet the standards equivalent to those of tenured associate professors at prestigious universities both domestically and internationally.

Additional Information

This is a full-time job.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: Based on your specific circumstances, a competitive salary will be provided..
• Housing: One unit of faculty housing can be purchased at a preferential policy price. A temporary apartment can be provided during the transition period.
• Start-up research funding: We provide competitive research start-up funding in accordance with the academic discipline field.
• Environment: We provide a professional office environment and ample lab space.
• Team building: We provide the qualifications to enroll doctoral students and support the recruitment of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers.
• Family support: We assist in enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for your spouses. We also provide assistance with obtaining local residency permits for foreigners, and other related matters.

 

4.ZJU 100 Young Professor

Position Description

Zhejiang University's "100 Young Professors" program is a talent recruitment initiative aimed at attracting and nurturing outstanding young scholars from around the world. The program was launched in 2015 and aims to recruit a total of 100 young scholars to work at Zhejiang University. Candidates for this position are expected to be or become exceptional and visionary thought-leaders in the related field.

Basic Qualifications

• You must have a doctoral degree from a well-known university.
• You should possess an academic level equivalent to an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor at a prestigious international university.
• You should be approximately 35 years old.

Additional Information

This is a full-time job.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: We offer competitive compensation, with an annual salary of up to 1,000,000 RMB.
• Housing: A temporary apartment can be provided, and those who meet the policy requirements are eligible to enjoy the housing security policy.
• Start-up research funding: We provide competitive research start-up funding in accordance with the academic discipline.
• Environment: We provide a professional office environment and ample lab space.
• Team building: We provide the qualifications to enroll doctoral students and support the recruitment of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers.
• Family support: We assist in solving problems related to enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for your spouse. We also provide assistance with obtaining local residency permits for foreigners, and other related matters.
• Professional development: We provide guidance and assistance in applying for project funding such as the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)\Excellent Young Scholars Program (overseas). The career path for this position is to become a Tenured Professor at Zhejiang University.

 

5.Distinguished Research Fellow/Distinguished Associate Research Fellow

Position Description

The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine Distinguished Research Fellow or Distinguished Associate Research Fellow is a position of high honor and distinction within the institution. This position is typically offered to exceptional researchers who have achieved remarkable accomplishments in their respective fields and have gained international recognition for their contributions. It is reserved for exceptional researchers who have made significant contributions to their field and have the potential to shape the future of medical research and healthcare advancement.

Basic Qualifications

• You must have a doctoral degree from a well-known university.
• In principle, for the candidate of the position of Distinguished Research Fellow, you should not exceed 40 years old; For the candidate of the position of Distinguished Associate Research Fellow, you should not exceed 37 years old.
• For the candidate of the position of Distinguished Research Fellow, you should have postdoctoral experience or a solid research training background, demonstrating an academic level equivalent to that of faculty researchers in medical schools. For the candidate of the position of Distinguished Associate Research Fellows, you should possess solid research training experience, reaching an academic level equivalent to that of associate researchers in medical schools.

Additional Information

This is a full-time job.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: We offer an annual salary of up to 600,000 RMB (excluding research incentives).
• Housing: An apartment can be leased according to university regulations; You can receive a government housing subsidy of 800,000 RMB as per the policy; We provide a resettlement fee of 100,000 RMB.
• Start-up research funding: We provide a million-RMB-level research startup fund.
• Environment: We provide a professional office environment and ample lab space.
• Team building: You can apply for the qualification of a graduate supervisor.
• Family support: You are eligible for local government subsidies. We assist in enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for your spouses.
• Professional development: We provide guidance and assistance in applying for project funding such as the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)\Excellent Young Scholars Program (overseas).

 

6.Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Position Description

The aforementioned organizations are currently accepting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This is an excellent opportunity for highly motivated individuals who have recently obtained their doctoral degree and wish to advance their research careers in a dynamic and prestigious academic environment. As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow here, you will have the opportunity to work with renowned faculty members in cutting-edge research facilities and alongside a vibrant research community. You will be part of a team focused on conducting impactful and innovative research in various fields of medicine and healthcare.

Basic Qualifications

• You should not exceed 35 years of age.
• You should anticipate to complete a doctoral degree in the near future or already have earned one within the past three years.
• Your fields of specialization should be among the following: reproductive medicine, life sciences, neuroscience, pharmacy, bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, animal science, chemistry, basic medicine, clinical medicine, nursing, public health and related disciplines.

Additional Information

This is a full-time job.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province.

We offer an outstanding and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: We offer an annual salary starting at 400,000 RMB (excluding research incentives).
• Housing: An apartment can be leased according to university regulations; You can receive a government housing subsidy of 800,000 RMB as per the policy.
• Career development: You are eligible for participation in professional title assessment.
• Research conditions: Collaborating supervisors provide funding support for research projects and opportunities to collaborate with other laboratories. They actively recommend and assist in the application for national and provincial-level research projects. The organizations provide matching support based on the funding requirements of the projects.
• Family support: You are eligible for local government subsidies. We assist in enrolling children in schools or nurseries, as well as finding employment for your spouses.

 

PES and Commitment

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal records, Education, Identity, Physical Examination

 

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

At our organization, we are unwavering in our commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness and dignity, regardless of your background, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or abilities.

We embrace diversity as a strength, recognizing that it fuels innovation, enhances creativity and drives better outcomes. We actively seek diverse perspectives and experiences, valuing the unique contributions each individual brings to our organization. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard, valued and empowered.

We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all, eliminating barriers that impede full participation and contribution. We continually assess and improve our policies, practices and systems to ensure fairness and inclusivity. We actively promote education, awareness and understanding among our employees and stakeholders, fostering a culture of empathy, respect and allyship.

We understand that our journey towards equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging is ongoing. We are committed to continuous learning, growth and accountability, holding ourselves responsible for creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, embraced and celebrated.

Together, we are building a diverse, inclusive and equitable future where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves.

 

Application Process

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

• A cover letter expressing your interest and highlighting your qualifications for the position;
• Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your educational background, research experience, publications and any other relevant information;
• Three representative works;
• A summary of your research accomplishments and future research plans (maximum two pages).

All the materials needed for application should be integrated into a PDF document, and sent to ism@zju.edu.cn with the subject line: "[Position] Application - [Your Name]". Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

Tel.: +86-579-88935998

Email: ism@zju.edu.cn

Contact: Mrs. Liu

Address: N1 Shangcheng Avenue, Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province

ISM Website: https://ism.zju.edu.cn/