About Us
The Hainan Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences (BiUH) is the first international independent university in the Hainan Free Trade Port. Our approach combines theory and practice following the renowned "Work-Integrated University-Industry Collaborative Talent Training Model."
We offer cutting-edge programs in high-demand fields: Digital Technologies, Computer Science, Logistics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and Automation, Business Information Systems, International Studies in Management and Business Administration.
Our students benefit from small classes, English-language instruction with accompanying German courses, and intensive learning experiences. The focus is on mastering real-world professional challenges, enabling students to apply their knowledge immediately and preparing them optimally for the global job market.
We combine international teaching standards with the unique opportunities that Hainan offers. BiUH is located in the Yangpu Economic Zone in Danzhou, a historic coastal city with direct high-speed rail connections to Haikou and Sanya.
We invite passionate educators and researchers at all career stages, from early-career lecturers to established professors, to join our team. Both full-time and part-time positions are available for those committed to application-oriented education.
Job Responsibilities
1. Academic Leadership and Program Management
- Provide strategic and academic leadership for the Mechatronics Engineering discipline and degree programs.
- Lead the design, review, and continuous improvement of the curriculum to ensure alignment with international academic standards, technological developments, and industry needs.
- Coordinate course offerings, teaching assignments, laboratory activities, and academic workload planning.
- Support the recruitment, development, mentoring, and performance evaluation of academic staff.
- Contribute to departmental and university-level academic planning, governance, and committee work.
2. Teaching and Student Supervision
- Teach core and advanced undergraduate courses in Mechatronics Engineering and related areas.
- Develop practice-oriented teaching materials, laboratory exercises, projects, and interdisciplinary learning activities.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching quality and student learning outcomes.
3. Research and Scholarly Activity
- Conduct and lead high-quality applied research in Mechatronics Engineering or closely related fields.
- Develop a clear research agenda aligned with the strategic priorities of BIUH and relevant industry needs.
- Publish research outcomes in recognized academic journals and conferences.
- Seek external research funding and support the development of research laboratories and platforms.
4. Industry, Community, and International Engagement
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with industry, government agencies, professional associations, research institutions, and other universities.
- Promote industry-oriented teaching, internships, joint projects, applied research, and knowledge transfer.
- Represent the program, department, and university at national and international conferences, professional networks, and academic events.
- Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the continuing relevance of the program.
- Contribute to BIUH's international visibility and its engagement with the Hainan Free Trade Port and the wider region.
Job Qualifications
- A PhD in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Control Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more relevant fields, such as:
- Automation and control systems
- Robotics and autonomous systems
- Intelligent manufacturing and Industry 4.0
- Embedded and cyber-physical systems
- Sensors, actuators, and instrumentation
- Mechanical design and electromechanical systems
- Industrial digitalization and artificial intelligence applications
- Relevant academic leadership or program management experience.
- Practical, applied research, or collaborative experience with industry.
- Strong communication, organizational, and intercultural collaboration skills.
- Ability to teach and work effectively in English in an international academic environment.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and high standards of academic integrity in teaching, research, and leadership.
Expected Onboarding Time
- Spring Semester 2027 (February 2027)
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary)
- Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc.
- 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance
- Transitional Apartments Arrangement
- Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality
Paid Holidays
- Statutory Holidays (13 days)
- Annual Leave (25 days)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Marriage Leave
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Parental Leave
How to apply
- Please prepare the following documents:
- Current English CV (including full publication list)
- Cover Letter (addressed to the President)
- 2 Reference Letters
- Teaching Qualification Documents, Qualifications (if available)
- Documents certifying the professor's (if available)
- Academic Degree Certificates
- 2. Please import all files into one PDF
- Please name the PDF as Position Your Name
- Please send all files to [contact details available in the full listing]
