Faculty Position in Physical Sciences

Great Bay University (GBU) is a newly established public university situated at the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), China. Along with the vivid development of the area, GBU strives to be a world-class research university staying at the forefront of knowledge and innovation.

We are now seeking outstanding candidates in all areas of Physical Sciences:

Including advanced materials and related interdisciplinary areas. With emphasis on energy materials, functional information materials, advanced structural materials, etc. Applicants with backgrounds in neutrons and synchrotron radiation, ultrafast and attosecond laser technologies, electron microscopy techniques, or computational materials science are also encouraged.

Candidates of all ranks are invited to apply:

• Chair Professor: You are a distinguished scholar with a global reputation in your field. To qualify, you must demonstrate a proven record of excellence in research and possess an extensive teaching portfolio. You are a leader at the forefront of your research area, with rich experience in setting strategic goals and leading large teams to execute research programs.
• Professor and Associate Professor: You are an accomplished researcher with a stellar track record of publications and remarkable achievements. With at least five years, ideally ten years, of independent academic research or industrial research experience, you bring a wealth of expertise to your field. Your passion for teaching and working with students is evident, and you excel in setting long-term research goals. Furthermore, you possess the ability to lead a team effectively to execute research programs, ensuring impactful outcomes.
• Assistant Professor: You have completed your Ph.D. and ideally have postdoctoral experience, establishing yourself as a rising star in your field. With a solid grasp of your research area, you have demonstrated the potential to become a leading researcher in multiple subjects. You excel at teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a collaborative spirit, making you an excellent candidate for our faculty.

Compensations and benefits. GBU offers internationally competitive salaries and sufficient start-up funds, which are commensurate with qualifications. Benefit packages include annual leaves, housing funds, as well as social, medical, and retirement insurance mandated under the laws and regulations. Successful candidates are encouraged to apply for national, provincial, and municipal talent funds, most of which carry additional research grants. Those who qualify for Dongguan's special talent program are eligible for additional housing subsidies. Negotiations are possible for truly outstanding candidates on a case-by-case basis.

Minimum Requirements and Responsibilities. You must demonstrate, via high-quality publications in top conferences or journals, solid research training in relevant areas. You should have an independent forefront researcher agenda, and meet the university's educational needs. Strong work ethics, ability to innovate, and team spirit are required.

Successful candidates are expected to carry out independent research and teaching activities, as well as contribute to the university's academic and educational development.

Application Procedures:

Your application materials must include:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae with a list of publications
3. Research and Teaching proposal (up to 3 pages)
4. Name, affiliation, email, and phone contact for three references

Additional information should include:

Summary of previous research and teaching experience PDFs of 3 to 5 of your representative publications Other accomplishments (if any).  

Please send your application in a complete PDF to the School of Computing and Information Technology, scit@gbu.edu.cn. In the subject line, please indicate “Your Name + Applying Position + Research fields”.

GBU is seeking exceptional candidates on an ongoing basis. Outstanding applicants will be continuously accepted and considered until the position is filled.

Confidential inquiries may be submitted to the HR Department at scit@gbu.edu.cn. For more information, please visit www.gbu.edu.cn.

About Great Bay University, China (GBU)

In order to accelerate the implementation of the strategic deployment of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and deeply participate in the construction of an International Education Demonstration Zone in the GBA, Dongguan City, is establishing the Great Bay University with a high starting point and new mechanisms.

In April 2021, Gang Tian, the academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the former vice-president of Peking University was officially appointed as founding president of the GBU.

University Mission

Our mission is to serve national strategies, cultivate outstanding talents, guide technological development, and lead higher education reform.

Academic Directions

With a primary focus on science and engineering subjects, GBU focuses on six directions: Physical Sciences, Advanced Engineering, Life Science, New-generation Information Science Technology, Sciences, and Finance Management.

University Level and Scale

GBU plans to provide full-time programs for bachelor, master, and Ph.D. degrees. By 2030, it is expected to enroll about 10,000 students and the ratio of undergraduates to graduate students will reach about 1:1.

Sustainable Campus

GBU is currently building two campuses in Dongguan: its Graduate School at Songshan Lake Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone and its full-scale campus at Binhaiwan Bay. With the campus covering areas of nearly 2356 mu, there is ample space for teaching, scientific research, and a vibrant campus life

Tenure Track System

GBU is implementing a clear, transparent, and competitive tenure track career system. A predictable career path and an international recruitment process attract strategic scientists, academic leading talents, research teams, and outstanding young scholars from all over the world.