Position: Metasequoia Scholars & Talents (All Ranks)
Institution: Nanjing Forestry University (NJFU)
Location: Nanjing, China
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About Nanjing Forestry University (NJFU)
Nanjing Forestry University (NJFU) is a leading Double First-Class institution jointly administered by Jiangsu Province, the Ministry of Education, and the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. Strategically located in Nanjing, NJFU is recognized for its world-class research in forestry, ecology, materials science, and environmental engineering, with seven disciplines ranked in the top 1% globally (ESI).
Key Research Strengths:
- National Key Disciplines: Forestry Engineering, Ecology, Landscape Architecture
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: National Key Laboratory of Forest Tree Genetic Breeding, National Engineering Research Centers
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Strong integration across biology, engineering, environmental science, and sustainable development
Available Positions
1. Metasequoia Scholars (Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty)
Categories & Eligibility:
- Category A: Academicians (CAS/CAE), internationally distinguished scholars
- Category B: Recipients of national talent awards (e.g., NSFC Outstanding Young Scholars), full professors at leading global institutions
- Category C: NSFC Excellent Young Scholars, tenured associate professors
- Category D: Rising stars with strong publication records (assistant/associate professors)
Support & Compensation:
- Highly competitive salary (up to ¥1.1M/year for Category A)
- Generous research funding (up to ¥5M for STEM fields, ¥2M for humanities)
- Relocation package (housing subsidy up to ¥2.5M, settling-in allowance)
- Dedicated lab space, research team support, and graduate student quotas
2. Metasequoia Talents (Early-Career Researchers)
Eligibility:
- PhD holders with strong publication records (e.g., multiple high-impact papers)
- Experience in securing research grants (NSFC, provincial, or international funding)
Benefits:
- Salary: Commensurate with rank (starting from ¥350,000/year)
- Startup package: Up to ¥500,000 (sciences) or ¥300,000 (humanities)
- Housing support: Subsidies up to ¥1M
Disciplinary Focus Areas
We seek scholars in:
- Forestry & Ecology (Tree genetics, forest management, biodiversity)
- Materials Science & Engineering (Biomaterials, nanotechnology)
- Environmental Science (Climate change, sustainable development)
- Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning
- Economics & Management (Agricultural policy, green economy)
- Computer Science & AI (Big data, IoT applications in forestry)
Full list of departments and contacts available in the original posting.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (including publication list)
- Research statement (2–3 pages)
- Teaching philosophy (if applicable)
- Contact information for 3 references
Submit to:
- Metasequoia Scholars (Categories A–D): grb@njfu.edu.cn
- Metasequoia Talents (Categories E–F): rs@njfu.edu.cn
- International applicants: jxx@njfu.edu.cn
Why Join NJFU?
- Global Impact: Contribute to critical research in sustainability and green technology
- Collaborative Environment: Interdisciplinary research hubs with industry partnerships
- Quality of Life: Nanjing ranks among China’s most livable cities, with excellent schools and healthcare
Equal Opportunity Employer
NJFU values diversity and encourages applications from women and underrepresented groups.
