Tenure and Tenure-track Faculty positions in Astronomy - University of Science and Technology of China

Department of Astronomy at University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is seeking to fill several faculty positions at the level of full, associate and assistant professorships. We seek individuals whose research will complement and expand the current research activities of the department that includes cosmology, large-scale structure, galaxies, active galactic nuclei, high-energy astrophysics, extra-solar planets, and astronomical instrumentation.

USTC is among the top-ranked research universities in China and is supported by both the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Ministry of Education. The University is committed to building world-class faculty and provides strong supports for its faculty members. These include internationally competitive packages with ample housing subsidies, generous benefits in medical insurance and pension, large start-up package, and strong assistance to establish new research teams. Salary and rank will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We particularly encourage candidates to apply through the national recruitment programs, including the Thousand-Plan Professorship - Young Talents and the Hundred-Talents Program of Chinese Academy of Science - Young Talents (see http://employment.ustc.edu.cn/en/). Candidates are expected to have made internationally influenced achievements in the field of astronomy/astrophysics with high-level academic reputation. Candidates should have strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate/graduate education and research. Postdoc experience must be required. Candidates for senior positions must have an established record in conducting globally recognized research and securing external funding.

To apply, please provide a cover letter identifying the primary area of research, CV, publication list, research and teaching statements, and arrange for at least three recommendation letters to be submitted to Dr. Yifu Cai with an subject as "Faculty Position Search at USTC/Your Name" by email ([email protected]) by April 30, 2017. The positions are open until filled, but materials should arrive by the deadline to ensure full consideration. For further inquiry, please reach (+86)-551- 63606846.