Principal Scientist - Research and Development
Nantong University
EMEA
Remote
Intermediate
posted 8 days ago
About Nantong University
Nantong University (simplified Chinese: 南通大学; traditional Chinese: 南通大學; pinyin: Nántōng Dàxué), colloquially known in Chinese as Tong da (通大, Tōngdà), was established in 1912. The university is located in Nantong, Jiangsu province, China. It occupies 4000 acres and have 800 thousand square meters used for school buildings. Nantong is comprehensive university constructed by Jiangsu Provincial Government and the state Ministry of Transport. It is composed of three parts, Nantong Medical College, Nantong Engineering College and Nantong Normal College and has four campuses: the new campus, Qixiu campus, Zhongxiu campus and Qidong campus. The enrollment is nearly 34 thousand full-time students, among whom 1550 are graduates and 300 are oversea students. The university has 84 undergraduate programs based on nine major disciplines, which are literature, science, engineering, medical science, education, economics, law, history and management.
The Role
We are seeking exceptional PhD candidates in science and engineering to engage in collaborative projects with universities, research institutes, and enterprises across China. Opportunities are available for part-time remote work or full-time positions in China, partnering with leading institutions and companies that excel in international collaboration and innovation.
Research Directions
We encourage applicants from interdisciplinary backgrounds. Research areas include:
- New Generation Information Technology
- High-End Equipment Manufacturing
- Advanced Materials
- Optoelectronics / Photonics
- Energy & Sustainability (New Energy, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Protection)
- New Energy Vehicles (NEVs)
- AgriTech & Bio-Breeding
- Digital Creativity
- Interdisciplinary Hard Technology
Urgent Hiring Areas
- Chemistry & Materials
- Chemical Engineering
- Polymer Science & Engineering
- Advanced Functional & Sustainable Materials
- Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
- Materials for Electronics & Biomedicine
- Energy Materials (batteries, hydrogen, photovoltaics, storage systems)
Emerging & Priority Fields
- Biomedicine: Cell Therapy, Molecular Immunology, Biopharmaceuticals, Drug Development
- Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Intelligent Manufacturing
- Sustainability: Carbon Neutrality, Environmental Engineering, Green Resources
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative scientific research
- Publish findings in high-quality peer-reviewed journals
- Apply for national and international research funding
- Supervise graduate students or junior researchers (if applicable)
- Collaborate with domestic and international teams for research-to-industry translation
Candidate Requirements
- PhD degree from a globally recognized university (preferably QS Top 200) or leading research institute
- Strong academic record (publications, patents, or projects)
- Independent research capability and a collaborative mindset
- Open to candidates of all nationalities
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Salary: GBP 80,000 – 200,000+ (commensurate with qualifications)
- Research Startup Funding: Up to GBP 300,000
- Housing & Settlement Support: Up to GBP 350,000 (including talent apartments, rental subsidy, or purchase assistance)
Additional Benefits
- Furnished talent housing or temporary accommodation
- Visa, residence permit, and household registration support
- Healthcare and children’s education assistance
- Comprehensive onboarding and long-term service support
Career Development Pathways
- Academic Track: Lecturer → Professor
- Research Track: Assistant Researcher → Senior Scientist
- Opportunities to establish independent research groups
- Support for international conferences and collaborations.
If you are passionate about advancing research and innovation, we encourage you to apply and join our world-class research team.
Required skills
environmental engineering
Polymer
optoelectronics
Research and Development
photonics
Carbon
Computer Vision
patents
immunology
chemistry
advanced materials
Excel
biomedicine
energy efficiency
Machine Learning
Information Technology
English level
Professional
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