Group Leader Positions at the Center for Transformative Science (CTS), ShanghaiTech University [...]

ShanghaiTech University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is seeking candidates for Group Leader positions at the Center for Transformative Science. The roles involve leading R&D in laser, optics, diagnostics, and mechanical vacuum technologies. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in STEM with proven leadership and innovation in strategic research. Competitive compensation and benefits will be offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits and allowances

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic/technical expertise in relevant area.
• Demonstrated innovation and leadership in strategic research planning.
• Experience in renowned institutions/large-facility projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Align group R&D with CTS’s strategic vision.
• Build and lead an internationally competitive research team.
• Foster cross-group collaboration to address complex scientific challenges.

Skills

Leadership in research planning

Teamwork

Innovative thinking

Education

Ph.D. in STEM fields

Job description

2025-08-12

The Center for Transformative Science (CTS) at ShanghaiTech University is a pioneering interdisciplinary institution dedicated to innovations in big science, with a focus on enabling breakthroughs in extreme detection capabilities, such as free-electron lasers (FELs) and synchrotron radiation. The Center is engaged in the design, construction, and operation of large science facilities; the development of transformative photon- and electron-based detection and manufacturing technologies; and the advancement of strategic planning for major science initiatives. In addition, CTS fosters interdisciplinary research, cultivates scientific leaders, and accelerates the translation of disruptive technologies.

• CTS is responsible for the beamlines and endstations of the Shanghai High repetition rate XFEL and Extreme light facility (SHINE) and the Shanghai Soft X-ray Free-Electron Laser (SXFEL). The Center’s scientific and technological scope spans:
• Methodologies and core technologies for photon science facilities
• FEL and synchrotron radiation applications in life and energy sciences
• Nonequilibrium and ultrafast physics and chemistry
• Light-matter and electron-matter interactions
• Advanced data analytics and processing CTS is now establishing dedicated technical divisions and invites applications from outstanding candidates worldwide for Group Leader positions in the following areas: Laser, Optics, Diagnostics, and Mechanical Vacuum. Each group will focus on advancing enabling technologies for photon and electron science, supporting the scientific missions of SHINE and SXFEL, leading R&D in critical technologies, exploring next-generation X-ray solutions, and promoting the industrial translation of key innovations. Responsibilities of Each Group 1. Laser Group o Operate and support of ultrafast laser systems for user experiments o Research and development in ultrafast laser technologies and their applications o Spearhead R&D in: High-repetition-rate high-energy femtosecond lasers Multi-wavelength ultrafast laser sources Synchronization techniques between femtosecond lasers and FEL systems 2. Optics Group o Operation and maintenance of beamline optics at SHINE and SXFEL o Design and construction of new X-ray beamlines o Pioneer next-generation X-ray beam manipulation/transport technologies 3. Diagnostics Group o Operation and maintenance of beamline and Endstation diagnostics at SHINE and SXFEL o Pioneer next-generation X-ray beam diagnostic technologies 4. Mechanical Vacuum Group o Execution of mechanical and vacuum engineering tasks for facility construction and operation Leading R&D in key technologies for advanced light sources, including: Thermal management under high heat loads Precision surface figure maintenance High-stability beam transport systems o Promoting the transfer and industrialization of critical mechanical and vacuum technologies
  
  

岗位名称： Group Leader Positions at the Center for Transformative Science (CTS)

岗位人数:

4

岗位职责：

• 1. Execute facility engineering tasks; align group R&D with CTS’s strategic vision. 2. Build and lead an internationally competitive research team 3. Develop group R&D platforms and accelerate technology translation. 4. Foster cross-group collaboration to address complex scientific challenges.
  
  

招聘条件：

• 1. Ph.D. in STEM fields; exceptional academic/technical expertise in relevant area. 2. Demonstrated innovation and leadership in strategic research planning. 3. Proven teamwork; experience in renowned institutions/large-facility projects preferred. 4. Physically fit for hands-on facility operations and team management.
  
  

工作条件与工资待遇

按照上海科技大学相关规定执行，根据个人具体情况，提供具有竞争力的薪酬、津贴和福利。

应聘方式

• 请应聘者填写完整的应聘材料，通过上海科技大学人才招聘系统提交应聘申请，不接受现场应聘。
  
  

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