Postdoctoral Researcher

Jiangsu University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Move-in-ready accommodation

Healthcare benefits

Childcare support

Full social security

Job summary

Jiangsu University seeks highly qualified PhD holders, postdoctoral researchers, and experienced researchers for international Talent Programs supporting frontier science and emerging technologies in China.

The role involves conducting high-quality research, leading major projects, and publishing in top journals, with strong institutional backing and long-term development opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD degree required for all program categories.
• Strong publication record and ability to publish in international journals.
• Ability to work independently and in multicultural environments.
• Excellent academic writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research aligned with program priorities.
• Lead or contribute to major research projects.
• Publish in reputable international journals.
• Collaborate with domestic and international research teams.
• Contribute to academic development and innovation initiatives.

Skills

Publication record

Independent work

Academic writing

Communication skills

STEM background

Education

PhD degree

Job description

We are seeking highly qualified PhD holders, postdoctoral researchers, and experienced researchers for international Talent Programs supporting excellence in frontier science, advanced technologies, and emerging industries at leading universities, research institutions, and innovation platforms in China.

About the Role

The Talent Programs are major initiatives dedicated to advancing global scientific innovation and fostering research excellence. They support outstanding researchers in collaboration with top universities, research institutes, innovation centers, and enterprises in China, providing strong institutional backing and long-term development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research aligned with institutional and program priorities
• Lead or contribute to major research projects
• Publish in reputable international journals
• Collaborate with domestic and international research teams
• Contribute to academic development and innovation initiatives

Qualifications

• PhD degree (required for all program categories)
• Relevant research or professional experience preferred
• Strong publication record or notable technological achievements
• Ability to work independently and in multicultural environments
• Strong academic writing and communication skills
• STEM background preferred

Required Skills

• Strong publication record
• Ability to work independently
• Strong academic writing and communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Relevant research or professional experience
• STEM background

Pay range and compensation package

• Experienced Researchers: ~USD 300,000 total support
• Up to ~USD 100,000 in additional research funding for exceptional candidates
• Competitive annual salary (~USD 50,000–250,000)
• Housing assistance or move-in-ready accommodation
• Healthcare, childcare, and full social security benefits
• Long-term multiple-entry visas
• Support for building research teams and laboratories

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to fair, inclusive, and non-discriminatory recruitment practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.