Faculty Positions (Information & Mathematical Science)

About the role

ShanghaiTech University’s School of Information Science and Technology is building its core founding team and invites highly qualified scholars to join as tenure‑track or tenured faculty in information science, technology and mathematics. The positions are based on the modern Zhangjiang campus in Shanghai and involve both research and teaching responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead independent research programs in cutting‑edge areas such as AI, data science, computational mathematics, and related fields.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise theses, and mentor students.
• Contribute to the design and evolution of curricula and academic programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the university and external partners.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or a closely related discipline.
• Strong research productivity demonstrated by high‑impact publications.
• Minimum of four years of relevant research experience, including post‑doctoral work.
• Fluency in English; overseas academic training is highly desired.

Required skills

• Expertise in one or more research areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, computational mathematics, or theoretical computer science.
• Ability to secure research funding and publish in top‑tier journals.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and research start‑up funds.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities on a new campus in Shanghai’s high‑tech park.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and international exposure.
• Support for professional development and career progression.