About us

Westlake University, located in the picturesque city of Hangzhou, is a new type of research university, a first in the history of modern China. It is both supported by public and private funding and a vanguard in the reform of the higher education system in China. With its predecessor Westlake Institute for Advanced Study established in 2016, Westlake University is striving to cultivate top talents, to make breakthroughs in basic research and innovation in cutting-edge technologies, and to foster human development through science and technology. Physics at Westlake University is committed to promoting inclusive excellence in a variety of research and teaching activities. Our current research groups explore diverse areas of condensed matter physics, quantum physics, high energy physics, biophysics, and astrophysics.

Additional information about the School of Science and Department of Physics at Westlake University can be found at:

https://science.westlake.edu.cn/en/

https://physics.westlake.edu.cn/en/

About this search

This search is open to candidates in broad areas of physics, including hard and soft condensed matter physics, AMO physics, quantum information and quantum computation, biophysics, high energy and particle physics, cosmology and astrophysics. Competitive candidates should have a Ph.D., an outstanding record of research accomplishments, an innovative future research plan, the ability to achieve teaching excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community in the practice and teaching of science. Successful candidates will be expected to have a promising research and publication agenda, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and a commitment to university service and public outreach. Westlake provides an inclusive environment for all employees and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse background.

Multiple positions are open at all ranks:

Tenured faculty: Associate Professor, Full Professor, or Chair Professor

- The applicant should have world-class academic achievements and hold tenured Associate Professorship (or above) or equivalent positions in world-class universities or research institutes.

- The applicant promises to work full time at Westlake upon acceptance of the offer. 

Tenure-track faculty: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

- The applicant should have a doctorate degree.

- The applicant promises to work full time at Westlake upon acceptance of the offer. The first appointment will be six years. 

Salary, Benefits and Start-up package

Each faculty member will receive an internationally competitive salary and a fringe benefits package that includes a generous housing option, a high-end medical care plan for the entire family, generous retirement pension, and schooling assistance for children.

Each faculty member is provided with an internationally competitive start-up package that includes long-term and sufficient research funds, ample laboratory space, excellent equipment and research support. Stable financial support safeguards every research project that is designed to push the envelope of human knowledge.

Contacts

For any questions concerning the application process, please send an email to physjob@westlake.edu.cn.

Address

School of Science, Westlake University

– Yungu Campus: 600 Dunyu Road, Sandun Town, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310030, CHINA

– Yunqi Campus: 18 Shilongshan Road, Cloud Town, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310024, CHINA

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically via INTERFOLIO: https://apply.interfolio.com/115190 .

The application package should include the following materials:

1. Cover letter: rank of the position that you apply to, overview of the goals/vision of your research program, your most significant scientific accomplishments, a summary of experiences and qualifications that position you to achieve your goals;

2. Curriculum vitae: a complete list of publications should be included;

3. A detailed Statement of Research Summary (maximum of 2 pages) and Research Proposals (maximum of 6 pages);

4. For junior candidates who apply to tenure track assistant professor positions, 3 letters of reference should be provided.

We will begin to review applications on January 1, 2025. Applications received after the deadline may be considered on the basis of academic merit and/or available vacancies.