Open PI Positions at SZBL 2026

This recruitment initiative operates on a rolling basis. We warmly welcome talented researchers at all career stages to join us in co-creating the future. We also extend our sincere gratitude to colleagues and partners who have consistently supported SZBL.

Positions and Qualifications

We seek applicants with a national or international reputation for high-quality independent research, evidenced by original and influential intellectual contributions. The ideal candidate will actively engage in teaching and supervising students, postdoctoral fellow, and research staff. PIs are expected to lead an extramurally funded research program that complements and synergizes with SZBL’s strategic scope, backed by generous start-up support. Senior PIs will additionally mentor junior faculty.

The following PI positions are available at SZBL:

1. Senior PI (Tenured Full Professor Level)
2. Hold, or have held, a tenured full professor appointment (or an equivalent senior research position) at a recognized university or research institution, either domestically or internationally.
3. Demonstrate a record of systematic and innovative academic achievements with significant contributions to the field.
4. Possess a strong international reputation and scholarly influence.
5. Have a proven track record of excellence in teaching at the graduate level and in effectively mentoring early-career researchers.
6. Tenured PI (Tenured Associate Professor Level)
7. Hold, or have held, a tenured associate professor appointment (or an equivalent research position) at a recognized university or research institution, either domestically or internationally.
8. Demonstrate innovative research capability and show potential to become future leader in the field.
9. Possess experience in teaching and mentoring.
10. Junior PI (Tenure-track Assistant Professor Level)
11. Hold a doctoral degree and have completed postdoctoral research training.
12. Demonstrate academic qualifications that meet the standard for an assistant professor position (or an equivalent independent research role) at a recognized university or research institution, either domestically or internationally.
13. Possess innovative research capability, with clear evidence of potential to establish an independent research program.

Supporting Conditions

Qualified candidates will receive an internationally competitive salary, ample start-up funds, excellent office and modern lab. State-of-the-art core facilities, translational platforms, and interdisciplinary academic environment are also available at SZBL. Assistance will be provided in applying for various scientific projects, funding and awards. Other benefits include insurance and housing fund, supplementary medical insurance, annual physical examination, paid annual leave, and children’s education. For international staff, we also help them to apply for work permit, residence permit and foreign tax preference.

Application Guide

Interested applicants are requested to send the required application documents in a single PDF file by email to hr_pi@szbl.ac.cn. Please indicate the specific institute you are applying to in the email subject line, use the format: [Position]-[Your Name]-[Name of Institute]. Upon receipt of your materials, we will contact you promptly.

Application Materials:

1. Cover letter;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. Research summary and research plan;
4. Three reference letters (sent directly to us by the referees).

*for a list of institutes, please visit: https://en.szbl.ac.cn/research/institutes.htm*

About SZBL

Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL), with its prime focus on global science and new technology frontiers, is committed to solving major scientific problems collaboratively. Focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer, infectious diseases, neurological and psychiatric disorders, chronic diseases, and other major diseases, SZBL features BT+IT integration and multidisciplinary collaborations to develop programs in bioinformatics, chemical biology, innovative drug development, biomedical engineering, and other biomedical fields. SZBL is dedicated to innovations in both research and scientific administration. SZBL offers world-class technical support platforms, fosters innovation in internal and external collaborations, and flexibility in hiring and promotion to attract and retain high-level talents and promote creativity. By building a collaborative science and innovation community in the Greater Bay Area, SZBL strives to become the new global hub for life science.

For more information about SZBL, please visit our official website: https://en.szbl.ac.cn/.

Address: Shenzhen, China

Qualification: PhD

Discipline: Science & Engineering

Department/School Website: https://en.szbl.ac.cn/