Jobs
SYSU stays committed to this Enhancing SYSU Through Talent strategy and has introduced a faculty development policy: “Moderate Scale, Optimal Structure, Emphasis on Quality, and Pursuit of Excellence”.
Sun Yat-sen University, founded by Dr. Sun Yat-sen，has an educational tradition spanning over 100 years. Under the direct supervision of the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, and strongly supported by both the Ministry and Guangdong Province, Sun Yat-sen University has developed into a modern comprehensive university that enjoys a reputation as a top-tier university nationally and a renowned university internationally.
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Tenure-track Faculty
1. Professor (Tenured):
Experts and scholars with high academic attainments and significant contributions to talent cultivation or academic research, recognized both domestically and internationally.
Considerable influence and academic status both domestically and internationally, with the ability to lead the discipline to meet or set international standards.
Exceptional team leadership and organizational skills.
Humanities and Social Sciences: Under 55 years old; Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine: Under 50 years old.
2. Associate Professor (Tenured):
Experts and scholars with high academic attainments and innovative, well-recognized contributions to talent cultivation or academic research.
Considerable influence and academic status with the ability to maintain high standards of excellence in the discipline, both domestically and internationally.
Ability to become an independent academic leader in the field.
Under 45 years old.
3. Associate Professor (Tenure-track):
Strong capabilities of scientific research and technological innovation, with high-level achievements in talent cultivation or academic research.
Demonstrated professional influence both domestically and internationally.
Proven potential to become an academic leader or outstanding scholar in their discipline.
Under 40 years old.
4. Assistant Professor (Tenure-track):
Broad academic horizon, innovative thinking skills and solid research foundation.
Broad evidence of high-level academic results.
Demonstrated substantial potential for academic development.
Humanities and Social Sciences: Under 38 years old; Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine: Under 35 years old.
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Affiliated Hospitals “Hundred Talents Program”
1. Top Talents (including research-oriented and clinical):
(1) Experts and scholars with high academic attainments and significant contributions to talent cultivation or academic research, recognized both domestically and internationally.
Considerable influence and academic status both domestically and internationally, with the ability to lead the discipline to meet or set international standards.
Exceptional team leadership and organizational skills.
(2) Specifically, clinical leading talents should also possess the following qualifications:
(a) A nationally recognized educational background in clinical medicine, with significant clinical experience and the demonstrated ability to meet the demand of the position.
(b) Currently hold a position as a chief physician, typically accompanied by a professorial appointment.
(c) Qualified as a doctoral supervisor, with a proven track record of directly recruiting or mentoring graduate students.
(3) Under 50 years old.
2. Young and Middle-aged Outstanding Talents
(1) Proven track record of delivering exceptional medical care on the clinical frontline.
(2) Demonstrated technical expertise in the field of medicine, recognized both domestically and internationally.
(3) Demonstrated ability to organize and undertake research tasks and active involvement in major research projects.
(4) Have achieved groundbreaking results in disease pathogenesis, clinical and diagnostic techniques, or drug development, use and management.
(5) Under 40 years old.
3. Core Young Academic Talents
(1) Active innovative thinking, strong innovation ability, and outstanding development potential,
(2) Proven high-level and innovative professional achievements.
(3) Under 35 years old.
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Teaching Positions
1. Teaching Professor
Commitment to professional education is required. Substantial teaching experience is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience as an Associate Teaching Professor or Associate Professor in Teaching and Research.
Outstanding achievements in teaching, including demonstrated commitment to educational reform, innovative curriculum development, high-quality course and textbook design, effective teaching team building, and mentorship of young educators.
Under 50 years old.
2. Associate Teaching Professor
Commitment to professional education is required. Substantial teaching experience is preferred.
At least 2 years of experience as a Lecturer or/and Assistant Professor.
Proven ability to effectively deliver basic or public courses and meet required teaching workload.
A track record of accomplishments in educational reform and research.
Under 40 years old
3. Lecturer
A strong educational background and commitment to teaching is required.
Proven ability to effectively deliver basic or public courses.
Under 35 years old.
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Research-oriented Faculty
(1) Research Professor:
Hold a senior professional or technical position, or an equivalent role in universities, institutions and renowned companies, domestically or internationally
A proven track record of at least 3 landmark research achievements or significant results. This appropriate number may vary based on individual cases.
For domestic applicants: A proven track record of leading or participating in national scientific research projects.
For international applicants: A proven track record of conducting high-level scientific research projects.
Under 45 years old.
(2) Associate Research Professor:
Hold an associate professional or technical position, or an equivalent role in universities, institutions and renowned companies, domestically or internationally.
A proven track record of at least 3 representative achievements or 1 particularly outstanding achievement.
Under 40 years old.
(3) Assistant Research Professor:
Hold a postdoctoral position, lecturer, or assistant professor position, or has equivalent research experience at renowned universities or research institutions, domestically or internationally.
Proven track record of at least 2 significant research contributions or 1 outstanding research achievement.
Under 35 years old.
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Postdoctoral Fellows
1. Post-doctoral Fellow:
Under 35 years old.
Doctoral degree obtained within the past years.
Familiar with higher education systems and trends both domestically and internationally.
Demonstrate international academic vision, rigorous academic standards, and exceptional scientific research capabilities.
2. “Yat-sen” Postdoctoral Fellow:
Fulfill the qualifications for the postdoctoral fellowship program.
A doctoral degree from a world-class university or in a recognized world-class discipline.
Sun Yat-sen University provides competitive salary and benefits for “Yat-sen” Postdoctoral Fellows.
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Academic Disciplines
1.Humanities and Social Sciences
Philosophy, Theoretical Economics, Applied Economics, Science of Law, Political Science, Sociology, Ethnology, Marxist Theory, CPC History and Building Studies, Discipline Inspection and Supervision, Chinese Language and Literature, Foreign Language and Literature, Archeology, Chinese History, World History, Management Science and Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, Information Resources Management, Area and Country Studies, Journalism and Communication, etc.
2.Sciences & Engineering
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Geography, Atmospheric Science, Marine Sciences, Geophysics, Geology, Biology, Ecology, Crop Science, Plant Protection, System Sciences, Statistics, Mechanics, Optical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Engineering Thermophysics, Electronic Science and Technology, Information and Communication Engineering, Control Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Technology, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Surveying and Mapping Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering and Technology, Communication and Transportation Engineering, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Aeronautical and Astronautical Science and Technology, Nuclear Science and Technology, Environmental Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Urban and Rural Planning, Software Engineering, Cyberspace Security, Integrated Circuit Science and Technology, Remote Sensing Science and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, etc.
3.Medical Sciences
Clinical Medicine, Basic Medicine, Stomatology, Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Combination of TCM and Western Medicine, Pharmacy, Special Medicine, Nursing, Medical Technology, etc.
4.General Education
Education, Physical Education, Art, Music and Dance.
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Scientific Research Platforms
Center for Precision Medicine
Center of Ocean Expedition of Sun Yat-sen University
High energy inelastic neutron scattering direct geometry time-of-flight spectrometer
Institute of advanced studied in humanites
Institute of Guangdong Hong Kong and Macao Development Studies
National Supercomputing Center Guangzhou
Polar Science Center of Sun Yat-sen University
TianQin Center for Gravitational Physics
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How to Apply
Method 1: You can scan the OR code below and log in to the Sun Yat-sen University Registration Portal to apply. (please log in between 8:00 and 24:00 Beijing time)
Method 2: Log in to “Sun Yat-sen University Recruitment Portal”(https://rcb.sysu.edu.cn/)-Click “I want to register” - Fill in the resume and apply for the post after registration.
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Contact details
1. For Tenure-track Positions applicants
Contact: Mr. Zhang, Mr. Chen
Contact Number: +86 020-84111781; +86 020-84111656
Email: rscrcyj@mail.sysu.edu.cn
Office of Talent Development
2. For Teaching Positions and Affiliated Hospitals “Hundred Talents Program” applicants
Contact: Mr. Chen
Contact Number: +86 020-84111203
Email: rscrcyj@mail.sysu.edu.cn
Office of Talent Development
3. For Research-oriented Positions and Post-doctoral Fellow applicants
Contact: Ms. Zheng
Contact Number: +86 020-84112970
Email: postdoct@mail.sysu.edu.cn
Section of Full-time Research Staff Management (Office of Postdoctoral Affairs Management)