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University, research, and specialist careers across China

Browse the latest academic, research, and specialist jobs across China. Find university roles, industry expert positions, and opportunities for advanced-degree professionals.

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China jobs on Academic Jobs cover faculty, lecturer, research, and professional appointments at Chinese universities, colleges, research institutes, and organisations that recruit academic-grade specialists. Candidates use this hub to review openings nationwide, compare employer profiles, and apply to roles that match their discipline, experience level, and preferred location within China.

China's employment landscape spans public and private universities, dual-sector colleges, specialist research centres, hospitals, and industry employers that hire researchers, subject-matter experts, and advanced-degree professionals. Typical listings include teaching-only contracts, research fellowships, tenure-track or continuing academic posts, sessional teaching, corporate R&D roles, and professional staff positions that support students, labs, and innovation teams.

Location pages below link to state and territory job hubs across China. Each spoke highlights openings in a specific region, which helps candidates who already know they want to work in a particular state or province. City hubs go further, surfacing roles in major university towns, research parks, and metropolitan centres where institutions and industry compete for talent in fields such as medicine, engineering, education, business, and the arts.

Job seekers returning to China after study abroad, industry secondments, or parental leave often start at the country level before narrowing to a short list of employers. Recruitment and HR teams at Chinese universities, research organisations, and industry labs use the same structure to improve visibility for high-intent queries such as faculty jobs, research roles, expert appointments, and academic positions in China.

Create a job alert from this page to receive email updates when new china vacancies match your criteria. Employers can post roles directly to reach qualified candidates who browse Academic Jobs for university careers, research posts, and specialist industry roles in China.

Whether you are completing a PhD, moving from industry into academia, or seeking promotion to professor, principal scientist, or dean level, starting from the China jobs hub gives you a structured map of where demand is highest and which regions deserve a closer look before you commit to applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the top university jobs in China?

Top roles include Assistant Professor, Lecturer, and Research Fellow in China, with opportunities at prestigious universities like Tsinghua and Peking. Explore listings at AcademicJobs.com.

⭐How can I find the best professors in China?

Use Rate My Professor on AcademicJobs.com to discover top-rated educators in China based on student feedback and reviews.

📊What are average salaries for faculty in China?

Faculty salaries in China range from CNY 150,000–1,000,000 ($21,000–$140,000 USD) annually, depending on role and institution. Assistant Professors earn CNY 200,000–400,000, while Full Professors can reach up to CNY 1,000,000 at top universities.

🛤️What's the career path for academics in China?

Academic careers in China typically progress from Assistant Professor to Associate and Full Professor, with tenure-track options at top institutions. Research funding and international programs support growth. Explore paths at AcademicJobs.com.

💰What salary can professors expect in China compared to other regions?

Professors in China earn CNY 200,000–1,000,000 ($28,000–$140,000 USD), competitive with regions like Europe but often lower than the US for senior roles. Benefits like housing subsidies enhance total compensation. See more at AcademicJobs.com.

📝How do I rate my professor in China?

Visit Rate My Professor on AcademicJobs.com to share feedback on professors in China. Your reviews help students and academics choose the best educators.

🔬What research trends are in China academia?

China leads in AI, quantum computing, and renewable energy research, supported by government funding and initiatives like the Belt and Road. Explore opportunities at AcademicJobs.com.

🌟What makes a career in China academia rewarding?

Careers in China academia offer access to cutting-edge research, cultural immersion, and competitive salaries with benefits. Government programs attract global talent, making it a hub for innovation. Find roles at AcademicJobs.com.

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