Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astronomy, University of Science and Technology of China

Submission Information
Publish Date: 
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Archive Date: 
Tuesday, March 12, 2019
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Foreign
Institution/Company: 
University of Science and Technology of China
Department Name: 
Department of Astronomy
Street Line 1: 
96 Jinzhai Rd
City: 
Hefei
State/Province: 
Anhui
Zip/Postal: 
230026
Country: 
China
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

The Department of Astronomy (http://astro.ustc.edu.cn/) at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) invites applications for a number of postdoctoral positions to start in the fall of 2019. USTC is among the few top-ranked universities in China and is committed to provide strong support for postdoctoral researchers. Successful applicants are expected to specialize in one of the following domains: cosmology, large-scale structure of the universe, galaxy formation and evolution, active galactic nuclei, gravitational-wave astronomy, star formation and the interstellar medium, high-energy astrophysics, extra-solar planets, astrochemistry, or astronomical instrumentation.

Regular postdocs will receive an annual salary of 140,000 RMB at minimum and up to 180,000 RMB. A successful applicant can compete for an annual salary of 200,000 RMB for the first two years, under the condition that she/he holds a Ph.D. from an institution ranked among top 100 globally in one of the widely recognized world university rankings. The university also provides generous benefits in medical insurance, an additional housing subsidy of 1,000 RMB per month, and benefits on children daycare. All successful applicants are encouraged to apply for the USTC Youth Innovation Research Fund (100,000-120,000 RMB, with an application success rate of about 50%). Details on available postdoc advisors and their research interests are given here: http://staff.ustc.edu.cn/~yifucai/PageFrame/openpositions/adpostdoc.html.

Applicants of all nationalities are encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. degree in astronomy, physics or a related discipline is a prerequisite for commencing the position. Successful applicants will work with one or more of the faculty members listed on the above website. Applicants are encouraged to directly contact the faculty for more about the stipend, the research duties and specific requirements. The initial appointment is two years, but may be extended to up to 6 additional years (rank promoted to non-tenure Research Associate Professor) contingent on performance and funding. Tenure promotion to associate or full professor is possible for outstanding candidates.

To apply, please prepare a CV/resume, a list of publications, a statement of research interests, and arrange for at least three letters of reference. All these documents are to be sent to Dr. Guilin Liu by email ([email protected]) with the subject "USTC Postdoc Application/Your Name". The positions remain open until filled, but for full consideration, all application documents should arrive by March 15, 2019. For further inquiry, please reach [email protected] or (+86)-551-63606846.

Pay Compensation
Salary Min: 
$20717.00 (USD)
Salary Max: 
$31370.00 (USD)
Included Benefits: 

The university provides generous benefits on medical insurance, a housing subsidy of 1,000 RMB per month, and benefits on children daycare.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 15, 2019
Selection Deadline: 
Friday, March 15, 2019
Current Status of Position: 
Accepting Applicants
Apply to Job
Attention To: 
Guilin Liu
Title: 
Dr.
Institution/Company: 
University of Science and Technology of China
Department Name: 
Department of Astronomy
Street Line 1: 
96 Jinzhai Rd
City: 
Hefei
State/Province: 
Anhui
Zip/Postal Code: 
230026
Country: 
China
Phone: 
(+86)-551-63606846
Inquiries About Job
Attention To: 
Yifu Cai
Subject: 
Dr.