Monday, July 25, 2011

Professorships at South University of Science and Technology

Hiring Chair Professors, Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors at South University of Science and Technology (SUSTC) Shenzhen, China. The South University of Science and Technology (SUSTC) invites applications and nominations for all ranks of tenured and tenure-track faculty members in the Division of Science and the Division of Engineering. SUSTC is a public institution funded by the municipal of Shenzhen, a special economic zone city in southern China.

The Division of Science and Division of Engineering are the largest and most important units in SUSTC. The Divisions wish to hire faculty members at all ranks. Key areas include but not limited to: Neural and Cognitive Sciences, Biology and Gene Engineering, Modern Physics, Control and Modification of Materials, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, Molecular Chemistry and Catalysis, Large-Scale Computational Research, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems and Electronic Engineering, Modern Cities and future developments, Energy Sciences and technology, Environmental Sciences, Financial Mathematics and Engineering. The Divisions especially encourage research that requires a multi-disciplinary approach. Experienced researchers whose interests do not fall within the above areas are invited to suggest new areas of research. Cluster hiring is possible, with senior members accompanied
by junior members in a group.
The teaching language at SUSTC is English or Putonghua. The choice is made by the instructor. As we expect an international faculty, the majority of teaching materials and reference books will be in English and many classes will be conducted in English. With a very high faculty-to student ratio, SUSTC is committed to delivering a student-centered education. Students at junior and senior years are expected to participate in research in the Research Centers. The University offers competitive salaries. Fringe benefits include medical/dental insurance, retirement and housing subsidy. Chair Professors and Professors will be appointed with tenure. Associate Professors and Assistant Professors will be offered tenure-track contracts.

Send nominations, inquiries and applications to: hiring@sustc.edu.cn. All applications should include a CV and a detailed list of publications. Those interested in cluster hiring should send CVs and publication lists as a group. Evaluations will commence immediately and appointments will be made on a continuous basis. Additional information on SUSTC is available on the University homepage http:// www.sustc.edu.cn