Gathering Outstanding Overseas Talents, Innovating to Lead the Future
- Employer
- Tianjin University (TJU)
- Location
- Tianjin, China
- Salary
- -
- Closing date
- 11 Nov 2024
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- Discipline
- Applied Science, Biomedicine, Chemistry, Clinical, Computing, Earth Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Health Science, Life Science, Mathematics, Physics
- Job Type
- Faculty Member, Health Professional, Lecturer, Postdoctoral, Principal Investigator, Professor, Researcher
- Employment - Hours
- Full time
- Duration
- Fixed term
- Qualification
- PhD
- Sector
- Academia
Job Details
Introduction
The prosperity of an enterprise stems from the abundance of talent, and with the gathering of talents, the enterprise flourishes. The Third Talent Work Conference of Tianjin University conveyed the university's determination to "deeply implement the strategy of strengthening the university with talents and accelerate the advancement of building a world-class university." By adhering to the principle of "strengthening the university through talent," the university actively recruits and cultivates talents, creating an environment where everyone can succeed and fully utilize their strengths.
Universities prosper in connection with cities, and cities flourish because of universities. Tianjin University, in collaboration with the Tianjin Municipal Bureau of Human Resources and Social Security, the Tianjin Municipal Education Commission, and the Binhai New Area, is building a hub for scientific and technological innovation. While reserving a world-class faculty, it is also dedicated to attracting talent and wisdom for Tianjin's universities and high-tech enterprises.
A prosperous nation is built on the foundation of talent; national rejuvenation is led by the brightest minds. Tianjin University is proud to announce the 16th Peiyang Young Scientist Forum and the 2024 Tianjin University High-Level Forum for University Faculty, Postdoctoral Fellows, and Strategic Emerging Industry Talents in the Binhai New Area. We cordially invite global talents to join this grand event and work together with Tianjin University and the City of Tianjin to pursue excellence and create brilliance.
Forum Introduction
The “Peiyang Young Scientist Forum”of Tianjin University aims to provide a platform for young scholars from around the world to exchange academic ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration. Having successfully hosted 15 sessions, the forum has attracted over a thousand outstanding young talents from more than 30 countries and regions. This forum plays a crucial role in supporting the university's “Peiyang Scholar Talent Program” and contributes to the goal of building a world-class university by gathering global talent.
Schedule
This forum will be held in a hybrid format, combining both in-person and online sessions. Tianjin University warmly welcomes scholars with the potential to be selected for the Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) to return to China and attend the in-person event, for which travel expenses will be covered. After the main forum, each school will host its own sub-forum. The schedule for the main forum is as follows:
Main Forum Date:
28 October, 2024
Venue:
Tianjin University
No registration fees will be charged for the forum. Tianjin University will cover the transportation and accommodation expenses for invited scholars, with specific arrangements made by the respective schools. The maximum reimbursement for travel expenses is 10,000 RMB per person. Please provide the original boarding passes and train tickets when attending the event.
For scholars unable to attend the forum in person due to scheduling conflicts, we warmly invite you to watch the live stream online to learn more about the university's development and talent recruitment policies. The live stream of the Tianjin University forum can be accessed at the following address: https://vsaqm.xetslk.com/sl/1F9eNv
Scan the QR code to watch the live stream.
We would feel appreciated for all of those outstanding overseas talents that are willing to apply for the 2025 Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) through Tianjin University. The university will be dedicating to offer competitive benefits and comprehensive support services.
For details on other available positions at Tianjin University, please check the official WeChat Account of Tianjin University: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/MBIgnTJSqDxan_Vk9Yondw. The terms for the Chair Professor position will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
Academic Disciplines
Science and Engineering
Chemical Engineering and Technology, Instrument Science and Technology, Optical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Naval and Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering and Engineering Thermo-physics, Mechanics, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Materials Science and Engineering, Architecture, Urban and Rural Planning, Landscape Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Control Science and Engineering, Information and Communication Engineering, Electronic Science and Technology, Computer Science and Technology, Software Engineering, Intelligence Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, Cyberspace Security, Marine Science and Technology, Environmental Science and Engineering, Municipal Engineering, Marine Environment, Food Science and Engineering, Geography, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Environmental Health, Nutrition and food.
Medicine, Biology and Pharmacy
Neural and Cognitive Science, Artificial Intelligence and Human-Machine Interaction, Medical Theology Big Data, Preclinical Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Rehabilitation Medicine, Medical Imaging, Medical Engineering and Translational Medicine, Public Health and Emergency Rescue(Public health and preventive medicine), Epidemiology and Health Statistics, Rescue and Relief Medicine, Occupational Health, Biological Materials, Health Protection Management, Radiation Medicine, Computational Biology,Structural Biology, Chemical Biology, Synthetic Biology, Medical Biology, Biological Manufacturing, Biomicrofluidics, Biosensing, Mental Health and Psychological Well-being, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy Administration,Radiation Medicine, Mental Health, and Psychological Well-being.
Management, Humanities and Social Sciences
Economics, Management Science and Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, Arts, Law, Language and Literature, Education, Psychology, Journalism and Communication, Psychology and Theory of Marxism, Big Data for International Chinese Education Big Data, Foreign Language and Literature, Translation Theory ,Country and Area Studies.
Application Criteria
I. Applicants for the Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) should meet the following criteria:
- Comply with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China, possess good scientific ethics, and conscientiously embody the spirit of scientists in the new era.
- Born on or after January 1st , 1985.
- Hold a doctoral degree.
- The main research focus shall cover natural sciences, engineering, and related fields.
- Between obtaining a doctoral degree and before April 15, 2025, the applicant is generally expected to have held a formal teaching or research position at an overseas university, research institution, or corporate R&D institution, with a continuous work experience of at least 36 months. For those who have obtained a doctoral degree overseas with outstanding achievements, the work experience requirement may be appropriately relaxed.
- Have acquired research or technical achievements recognized by peers, and possess the potential to become an academic leader or outstanding talent in the field.
- Applicants who have not yet returned to work in China full-time or who returned to work in China on or after January 1, 2024, must resign from their overseas positions or have no employment overseas upon receiving the funding notification. After receiving the funding notification, the recipient must resign from overseas work and return to China to work full-time for at least 3 years.
II. Restrictive Requirements
Adhere to the requirements of central authorities regarding the coordinated integration of national science and technology talent plans. Individuals at the same level of the national science and technology talent plan can only undertake one project and are not allowed to apply for projects at a lower level.
Employment Benefits
The university implements robust, long-term support and development strategies for all levels of recruited talent, offering comprehensive and sustained resource guarantees. We not only provide highly competitive compensation packages but also offer generous research funding to fully support breakthroughs in academic research and innovation. Additionally, the university provides substantial housing subsidies and relocation allowances to ensure that talent can settle comfortably and focus on their development.
Tianjin University has carefully built world-class research platforms and designed a comprehensive talent development path to help individuals expand their global perspective and achieve outstanding careers. Moreover, the university offers first-rate campus facilities, including well-equipped kindergartens, high-quality affiliated primary and secondary school, and conveniently located affiliated hospitals, ensuring the well-being of both talent and their families.
Most importantly, the university places great emphasis on the stability of career development, ensuring that talent can pursue long-term growth and success here.
Specific Support and Benefits for the Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas)
- Position: Appointed to a full-time faculty position at the rank of full professor.
- Compensation Package: An annual pre-tax salary of approximately 690,000 RMB (excluding around 80,000 RMB in insurance contributions by the university), with additional performance-based research incentives (indirect costs from national research projects can be used for performance rewards). Beneficiaries will also enjoy unique tax benefits and special subsidies.
- Research Funding: 2-6 million RMB (the university provides 1:1 matching funds based on the funding received).
- Relocation Allowance: 2 million RMB (including support from the government) .
- Team Support: During the first employment term, the university will provide 1 Ph.D. student and 3 master’s student positions annually, along with support for hiring 1 assistant.
- Children's Education: The university operates high-quality affiliated kindergartens, primary, and secondary school.
- Housing and Healthcare: Tianjin University provides a certain number of transitional housing units for recruited talent at both its Peiyangyuan and Weijin Road campuses. These areas are well-served by transportation, with direct subway access at Peiyangyuan. The surrounding area features several affiliated hospitals, including Tianjin University TEDA Hospital, TEDA International Cardiovascular Hospital, Jinnan Hospital, New Town Hospital, Aier Eye Hospital, Tianjin Hospital, Haihe Hospital, Children's Hospital, and Chest Hospital, ensuring convenient living conditions for faculty members.
- Educational Excellence in Tianjin: Tianjin is one of three cities in China with its own independent college entrance examination system. The city boasts leading admission rates to high schools, universities, and 985 institutions nationwide, making it one of the easiest cities in China for students to gain college admission.
- Other Policies: Subject to certain conditions, the university will assist in securing employment for spouses.
Registration Method
Registration Form Link: [Tencent Docs] Tianjin University 16th Peiyang Young Scientist Forum:https://docs.qq.com/form/page/DWWlQbk5BRHVMeXhN
Scan the QR code to apply.
Please note that applications for this recruitment will only be accepted through the dedicated registration QR code. Other application methods are invalid. If you have any questions, please contact the respective schools listed in the table below.
Contact Information
Contacts Information for Each School: please see the "Tianjin University Contact Information" file attached below for details.
(1) Human Resources Contacts Information
Chair Professor, Outstanding Young Professor, Outstanding Young Associate Professor
Contacts:Mr. Ding、Ms. Yang
Telephone:+86-22-27402079
E-mail: talent@tju.edu.cn
(2)Associate Researcher, Associate Professor, Lecturer
Contact:Mr. Chen
Telephone:+86-22-27404886
E-mail: enquiry_hr@tju.edu.cn
(3)Postdoctoral Fellow
Contact:Mr. Huo
Telephone:+86-22-27403100
E-mail: postdoctor@tju.edu.cn
(4)Office of Medical Science Construction Contact Information
Contacts:Mr. Li, Mr. Yao
Telephone:+86-022-87371301
E-mail: ykb@tju.edu.cn
Address: No. 135 Yaguan Road, Haihe Education Park, Jinnan District, Tianjin
Postal Code: 300350
Supporting Documents for Gathering Outstanding Overseas Talents, Innovating to Lead the Future
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Introduction to Tianjin University
Tianjin University is the first modern university in China, with campuses at Weijin Road, Beiyang Garden, Binhai Industrial Research Institute, Fuzhou International Campus, and the Georgia Tech Shenzhen Campus. As a low-key and pragmatic prestigious institution, it has witnessed the development trajectory of modern higher education in China, embodying the spirit of innovation and excellence.
Since its establishment in 1895, Tianjin University has consistently aligned itself with the nation's aspirations, responding to the mission of "strengthening the country through education" in each new era. Guided by the principles of outstanding education, the university has nurtured numerous outstanding talents, making significant contributions to the prosperity and progress of the nation.
After weathering a century of challenges, Tianjin University has evolved into a high-level research university with a robust faculty, distinctive academic features, top-tier educational quality, and research standards that rank among the best domestically, exerting considerable influence on the international stage.
Here, renowned experts gather, and virtuous individuals converge.
As a powerful support for talent cultivation, the university boasts a dynamic and experienced team of teachers, involving a great deal of outstanding talents from academia and top experts from the industrial sector.
Here, the disciplines excel, and the strength is substantial.
The latest 2023 China Subject Ranking results released by Times Higher Education (THE) on March 29th reveal that among all mainland Chinese universities, Tianjin University has a total of 58 selected disciplines, gaining the second in the rankings.
During the same period, QS also released its 13th World University Subject Rankings. Tianjin University continues to shine with a total of 14 disciplines making the list, among which Architecture and Built Environment ranked 30th globally.
Furthermore, the university has consistently adhered to the development philosophy of "strengthening engineering, emphasizing sciences, revitalizing humanities, and promoting medical sciences", all of which have directed to the establishment of a comprehensive disciplinary layout where engineering holds a prominent advantage, and the integration of science and engineering is balanced. The university's diverse disciplines, including economics, management, humanities, law, medicine, education, and arts, have coordinated development.
- Currently, there are 47 master's degree programs in primary disciplines, 33 doctoral programs in primary disciplines, and 38 postdoctoral research stations.
- "Double First Class" construction disciplines consist of Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics, Chemical Engineering and Technology, and Management Science and Engineering.
- 14 disciplines are ranked in the top 1% and 4 disciplines are in the top 1‰ according to ESI.
The continuous improvement of the level of disciplinary construction at Tianjin University is inseparable from the guaranteed support of national research funding. In 2022, Tianjin University received a total of over 4.2 billion RMB in actual science and technology funding, setting a new record compared to previous years. The university secured approval for 25 projects under the National Key Research and Development Program, 379 projects under the National Natural Science Foundation, and 4 major and key projects funded by the National Social Science Fund. This substantial financial support has propelled the university's research towards higher-quality development. From 2015 to 2020, Tianjin University has won a total of 26 national awards.
Here, the platforms are top-notch, and the research is cutting-edge.
A solid disciplinary foundation underpins top-notch platforms. Research platforms serve as crucial engines for technological innovation. Tianjin University boasts first-rate experimental facilities and research platforms that span various disciplinary fields.
National Key Laboratories (4):
State Key Laboratory of Engine Combustion
State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering
State Key Laboratory of Precision Measurement Technology and Instruments
State Key Laboratory of Hydraulic Engineering Simulation and Safety
Ministry of Education Key Laboratories (10):
Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Processing Technology
Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Information Technology
Key Laboratory of Intelligent Power Grid
Key Laboratory of Green Synthesis and Transformation
Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering
Key Laboratory of Structural Theory and Equipment Design
Key Laboratory of Efficient Utilization of Medium and Low Temperature Thermal Energy
Key Laboratory of Coastal Civil Engineering Structure and Safety
Key Laboratory of Organic Integrated Circuits
Key Laboratory of Complex Management Systems
Philosophy and Social Science Laboratory of the Ministry of Education
Tianjin Municipal Key Laboratories (33)
Existing Major Research Platforms:
National Major Scientific and Technological Infrastructure (1)
"2011" Collaborative Innovation Center (1)
National Applied Mathematics Center (1)
Ministry of Education Frontier Science Center (1)
National Field Scientific Observation Research Station (1)
National Energy Storage Technology Collaborative Innovation Platform (1)
National International Science and Technology Cooperation Base (3)
National Engineering (Technology) Research Center (3)
Ministry of Education Engineering Research Center (7)
Tianjin Municipal Engineering (Research) Center (26)
Provincial and ministerial-level humanities and social science research bases (28)
In October 2019, a major construction was officially initiated on a large-scale seismic engineering simulation research facility for a National Major Scientific and Technological Infrastructure.
The university has been approved to construct the Frontiers Science Center in Synthetic Biology, one of the first seven frontier science centers approved by the Ministry of Education in October 2019.
Ranging from national key laboratories to engineering technology research centers, from innovation and entrepreneurship bases to science and technology demonstration zones, Tianjin University has been providing comprehensive support and assurance for talents. The university also actively promotes academic exchanges and cooperation, establishing extensive partnerships with leading international universities and research institutions, offering research teams and individuals a broader platform and opportunities for development.
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