Multiple Faculty Openings (All Ranks) – Wuhan University

The Taikang Center for Life and Medical Sciences at Wuhan University invites applications for faculty positions at multiple levels. As an independently operated research institute under Wuhan University, the Center is dedicated to addressing major frontiers at the intersection of life sciences and medicine. It fosters a globally engaged, interdisciplinary research environment that supports long-term, curiosity-driven investigations with strong institutional backing.

For more information about the Center, please visit:
https://tkclms.whu.edu.cn/about_us/overview.htm

Faculty Positions Available

1. Distinguished Professor Positions

• Qualifications: Internationally recognized scientists with a strong record of impactful, original research. Candidates should currently hold senior academic positions (e.g., tenured associate or full professor, or equivalent) at leading global universities or research institutions.
• Support Package: Highly competitive and tailored to individual needs, including substantial research funding, dedicated laboratory and office space, internationally competitive salary and benefits, and comprehensive relocation and family support.

2. Principal Investigator Positions

• Qualifications: Ph.D. or M.D. holders with significant research accomplishments and experience as assistant professors or postdoctoral researchers at top-tier institutions. Candidates should demonstrate strong potential for independent research and academic leadership.
• Appointments: Principal Investigator positions within the Taikang Center, with long-term or fixed-term faculty-track appointments at Wuhan University.
• Support Package:
  • Research Funding: Robust internal funding from the Taikang Center, in addition to funding from national, provincial, and university sources.
  • Team Building: Allocation of two Ph.D. student positions annually and additional funding to support postdoctoral recruitment.
  • Compensation: Internationally competitive salary with additional Center-provided allowances.
  • Housing and Relocation:           Transitional housing or housing subsidy, with generous relocation packages for recipients of national-level talent programs.
  • Work Environment: Spacious laboratory space and lakeview offices.
  • Additional Benefits: Access to high-quality healthcare services and direct admission for faculty children to university-affiliated childcare, primary, middle, and high schools.

Research Areas of Interest

We welcome exceptional candidates across all areas of biomedical sciences, with particular interest in:

• Metabolism
• Cancer Biology
• Computational Biology
• Synthetic Biology
• Aging
• Infection and Immunity
• Neuroscience
• Clinical and Translational Medicine

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed until positions are filled. To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Statement of research accomplishments and future plans
• Three reference letters

Please send application materials to: office.tkms@whu.edu.cn

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.