Faculty Positions, School of Chips
Join a pioneering industry-themed school at XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) to advance microelectronics research and syntegrative education.
Best for:Experienced academics in microelectronics or electrical engineering with a strong interest in industry-embedded teaching and entrepreneurship.
Overview
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is seeking innovative academic faculty for its School of Chips, located at the Entrepreneur College in Taicang. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching and research within a unique 'Syntegrative Education' model that bridges academic theory with industry practice. Successful candidates will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction, supervise students, and foster partnerships with industry leaders. The position requires a commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration and the development of future-focused educational approaches. Applicants should be passionate about creating impact through research and teaching in a dynamic, international environment.
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate and graduate students using innovative, technology-enhanced approaches.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects.
- Conduct high-quality, industry-enhanced research and manage consultancy contracts.
- Secure and maintain research grants with measurable impact in leading journals.
- Develop and manage research partnerships with industry, academic institutions, and external organizations.
- Provide administrative service to the School, College, and University stakeholders.
- Mentor and support early-career academics to contribute to teaching development.
- Promote cross-boundary research and teaching activities as an ambassador for the School.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in electrical and electronics engineering, microelectronics engineering, or a closely related field.
Language: English (professional proficiency required).
Instruction: English
Publications: Sustained record of research output in leading journals.
- Expertise in integrated circuits design, fabrication, or microprocessor systems.
- Demonstrable experience in innovative teaching or industry practice.
- Understanding of the Syntegrative Education philosophy.
- Ability to work, teach, and conduct research in English.
- Strong team-work and collaborative spirit.
- Must comply with Chinese Labour Laws and provincial government visa regulations.
- Candidates over 65 years of age may not be eligible for a work visa in P.R. China.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-12
Submit your application through the university's official portal. Applications must be provided as a single PDF file containing a cover letter, a current CV with personal details, and contact information for three references.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Contact details for 3 references
Contact
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