Shenzhen University 2024 Faculty Recruitment Announcement (Faculty of Education)

Shenzhen University (SZU) was established in 1983 with approval from the Ministry of Education, supported by prestigious universities such as Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Renmin University of China. It is a demonstration university for deepening innovation and entrepreneurship education reform under the Ministry of Education, a key construction university in Guangdong Province’s high-level university initiative, and the only comprehensive university that has grown alongside the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone. Over 41 years, SZU has developed in tandem with Shenzhen, creating a distinctive identity as a “Special Economic Zone University”, a “Window University”, and an “Experimental University”. In the new era, SZU has implemented a high-level university development strategy, consistently ranking in four authoritative world university rankings and becoming one of the fastest-progressing universities in Mainland China. It is now a comprehensive university with distinct characteristics, robust strength, and a good reputation both domestically and internationally.

SZU offers a full range of academic disciplines. The university comprises 27 schools and spans 11 fields of study, including philosophy, literature, economics, law, education, science, engineering, management, medicine, history, and art. SZU has 34 national-level first-class undergraduate program construction points and 21 provincial-level ones. It offers 36 first-level academic master’s programs, 27 professional master’s programs, 15 first-level academic doctoral programs, 2 professional doctoral programs, 14 post-doctoral research stations, and 1 post-doctoral workstation. Eighteen disciplines are ranked among the top 1% worldwide by ESI, with four disciplines—Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, and Chemistry—ranking in the top 0.1%.

Following deliberation, SZU is officially launching its 2024 global faculty recruitment drive and warmly invites outstanding talents from around the world to apply.

I. Positions and Benefits

Details of the positions and requirements for this recruitment can be found in the Shenzhen University 2024 Faculty Recruitment Plan (Attachment 1, hereinafter referred to as the “Plan”). This recruitment remains open year-round, and the plan will be periodically updated based on progress.

Attachment 1: Shenzhen University 2024 Faculty Recruitment Plan

The recruited faculty positions adopt a tenure-track system, with some positions under a full-time teaching system. Applicants are generally required to be under 35 years old, with the age limit for associate professors extended to 40 and professors to 45. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may apply for the Hundred Talents Program positions. For details, refer to the recruitment announcement: http://hr.szu.edu.cn/info/1139/7217.htm.

Tenure-Track Salary and Benefits:

1.Competitive annual salaries and start-up research funding based on the applicant’s experience and achievements. Exceptional applicants may be included in SZU talent programs and enjoy additional benefits as per university policies.

2.Recipients of SZU's Pengcheng Peacock Plan distinguished positions may receive corresponding performance rewards.

3.Housing: Eligible to apply for subsidized housing on campus with preferential rents. Those meeting conditions may also apply for Shenzhen’s talent housing policy, subject to government regulations.

4.Education Support: SZU's affiliated education group oversees 4 middle schools, 4 primary schools, and 3 kindergartens, ensuring access to quality education for faculty members’ children.

5.Healthcare: Two affiliated top-tier hospitals (Shenzhen University General Hospital and SZU Huanan Hospital) provide excellent medical services to faculty members.

6.Employee Welfare: Free access to on-campus sports facilities, annual health check-ups, and meal subsidies.

II. Eligibility and Requirements

1.Meet the conditions specified in this announcement and the Plan.

2.Applicants’ academic backgrounds must align with the required fields in the Plan, and their education level must match the specified position requirements.

3.Uphold the law, possess good moral character, and demonstrate professional ethics.

4.Applicants with spousal or other close relations with SZU staff must truthfully disclose such relationships.

III. Application Period and Method

1.Application Period: Open year-round, with regular reviews conducted by the university.

2.Application Method: Visit the SZU Talent Recruitment Platform: http://zp.szu.edu.cn. Recommended browsers: 360 Extreme Browser or Google Chrome. Register using an email account, activate the account, log in, and click “General Faculty Recruitment”. Select “Recruitment Plan” (including Hundred Talents Program and the 2024 Faculty Recruitment Plan). Browse detailed job information, select your intended position, click “Apply”, complete your CV, and submit. Each applicant may apply for up to three positions. For detailed instructions, see SZU Staff Recruitment System User Guide (Applicants) (Attachment 2).

IV. Unit-Level Interviews

Interviews will be organized by respective departments, assessing candidates’ ideological and political qualifications, academic level, research ability, and teaching competency. Departments will notify candidates about interview details.

V. Review and Public Notification

Following interviews, departments will recommend candidates for approval by the university. Successful candidates will be announced on the SZU Talent Recruitment Website for a 7-day public notification period.

VI. Employment

Upon successful completion of the public notification period and background checks, candidates are expected to report for duty within three months. Departments may adjust the start date based on work requirements. Candidates who fail to complete onboarding formalities within the specified timeframe will forfeit the position.

Human Resources Contacts: Mr. Hu, Ms. Wang | Tel: +86-755-26534449, +86-755-86938296
Faculty of Education Contact: Ms. Huang | Tel: +86-755-26536064