Faculty Position in Environmental Sciences: Advancing Sustainability

2 weeks ago


Nanjing, Jiangsu, China InsideHigherEd Full time

About the Role


Xi an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is seeking a highly experienced and accomplished scholar/researcher to join our vibrant academic community as a Faculty Position in Environmental Sciences. This exciting opportunity is part of our strategic priorities for the next ten years, focused on Environment, Social/Sustainability and Governance.


The Department of Health and Environmental Sciences is under new leadership and entering an exciting new phase of development, offering a unique chance to contribute to shaping the future of environmental sciences education and research at XJTLU.


Responsibilities and Duties


  • To teach undergraduate and graduate students in environment, social/sustainability and governance areas, or environmental science, or ecology
  • To maintain active and productive research and obtain research funding
  • To carry out various administrative duties related to university teaching and research
  • To supervise graduate students and support teaching and research staff
  • To establish an innovative and well-funded research group that is open to interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications/Experiences


The successful applicant will have a PhD degree in Environmental Science or a related field relevant to environmental or public health sciences and should demonstrate appropriate teaching experience/potentials and evidence of the ability to produce high quality research publications.


Candidates for the position of Associate Professor or above should also have a strong track record in teaching and academic supervision, as well as an international research profile in their fields and a successful record of research funding.


Personal Attributes:


  • Effective communication skills; fluent in written and spoken English
  • Problem-solving/creativity
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Professionalism and high level work ethic Interpersonal abilities to manage a research team
  • Team player and strong collaborator
  • Positive attitude and energy
  • Diversity / Sensitivity

Essential Qualifications/Experience:


  • PhD or equivalent degree in Environment, Social/Sustainability and Governance or related field. Outstanding candidates with backgrounds in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Geography, Natural Resource Science, Public Health or a related field relevant to environmental sciences, may also be considered
  • Appropriate and documented productive research experience to be appointed as Assistant or Associate Professor
  • Fluency in English
  • Teaching ability in Environment, Social/Sustainability and Governance areas, or environmental science, or ecology

Benefits and Compensation


This position comes with a competitive salary, ranging from 250,000 RMB to 400,000 RMB per year, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to the salary, we offer a range of benefits, including allowance for housing, travel, kids' education, and relocation, commercial insurance, paid holidays, family matters leave, paid sick leave, marriage leave, paternity leave, parental leave, working visa and residence permit in China, and clear career development path with annual review.


XJTLU is committed to supporting the growth and development of its faculty members, providing opportunities for professional development training and ensuring a positive and inclusive work environment.


How to Apply


Please submit your application on our university website, following the instructions provided. We look forward to receiving applications from qualified and motivated individuals who share our vision and commitment to excellence in education and research.



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