Tenure-track positions in astronomy and astrophysics at Shanghai Jiao Tong University

The Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (CAA) at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), one of the top universities in China, is gearing to become a center of excellence in Astronomy and Astrophysics. Comprising 10 faculty members and a fast growing group of postdocs and students, the research team is very diverse and international, spanning across theoretical, numerical, and observational frontiers of galaxy formation and cosmology. CAA is also eager to expand into other frontiers of astronomy and will provide ample research funds to support such effort.  More information can be found at http://astro.sjtu.edu.cn/.

The CAA invites applications for tenure-track positions in all frontiers of astronomy and astrophysics, from exoplanets to cosmology, and from theoretical astrophysics to observational astronomy. The new members are expected to carry out independent research projects, supervise students, and develop astrophysics courses in line with our emphasis on astrophysics within the major in physics program.  The positions are open to researchers of any nationality. The salary and start-up grant will be highly competitive. Observers are especially encouraged to apply as China is embarking upon large observational programs.

The CAA itself is involved in several international observational and numerical projects. Data access includes, the Prime Focus Spectrograph (PFS), the Square Kilometer Array (SKA), and also major observational facilities, directly or through collaborations (Subaru, CFHT, MMT, Magellan, JCMT, etc.). Available computing resources include our institute computer cluster with 1000 CPU cores, a SGI with 256 cores and 4T shared memory, access to the SJTU High Performance Computing Center Supercomputer (HPCC) with 5000 CPU cores, and to national supercomputer centers with higher capacity. In addition, the CAA has ample research and travel funds, and an active visitor program.

For inquiries please contact Prof. Yipeng Jing ([email protected]).

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a brief research summary, and arrange three reference letters to be directly sent to: [email protected].

Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The university will recommend the qualified applicants to apply for national Awards program such as Young Qianren program (One thousand young talents national program). The successful applicants will be able to retain the substantial benefits under the aforesaid program, in addition to the highly competitive package under offer.

Included Benefits: 

The position comprises comprehensive University benefit packages for faculty, including generous housing subsidies, medical insurance and retirement benefits.