The Institute of Theoretical Physics at Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing have several faculty position openings on theoretical physics with active research interests in emerging fields and the following existing research areas: (1) Particle Physics and Cosmology; (2) String Theory and Field Theory; (3) Gravitational Theory and Astrophysics; (4) Condensed Matter Physics; (5) Theoretical Biophysics and Bioinformatics; (6) Quantum Physics and Quantum Information. Depending upon the qualification of the successful applicants, the positions can be filled at the tenure track associate, tenured associate and full professor level, some fixed-term positions as an associate scientist may be filled for a period of 3 years with the possibility of an extension for another 2 years.

Outstanding young candidates with recognized accomplishments are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidates are expected to initiate independent and creative research programs, to develop new interdisciplinary directions and to play an active role in coordinating the worldwide research programs at the newly established Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physic China (http://www.KITPC.ac.cn). We offer competitive start-up resources and benefits. 

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in theoretical physics and submit a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications, a summary of research accomplishment, a brief statement of research interest and plan, and should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent to

Professor Yue-Liang Wu,  Director
Institute of Theoretical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics China at the Chinese Academy of Sciences
P.O. Box 2735,  Beijing 100080, China

All materials may be sent electronically to facjobs@itp.ac.cn (PDF submittals are preferred). Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the positions are filled.