Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST)

Located in Wuhan, the largest metropolis in central China, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) is a premier comprehensive research university under the direct administration of the Ministry of Education of China and a leading member of China’s national “Double First-Class” university initiative.

The School of Environmental Science and Engineering comprises three primary departments: Environmental Engineering, Water Supply and Drainage Science and Engineering, and Building Environment and Energy Application Engineering. Each department hosts a National First-Class Undergraduate Program under the “Double Ten-Thousand Plan.” The school offers a complete ecosystem of degree programs—spanning bachelor’s, master’s, and multidisciplinary doctoral programs—alongside well-established postdoctoral research stations.

Homepage: https://english.hust.edu.cn/

The School of Environmental Science and Engineering at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) invites outstanding applications for full-time faculty positions at the ranks of Professor, Associate Professor, and Lecturer (Assistant Professor), as well as for Postdoctoral Fellowships.

We seek exceptionally talented researchers and educators from around the world to join our internationally recognized academic community. Successful candidates will establish cutting-edge research programs, contribute to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and engage in impactful interdisciplinary collaborations.

About HUST and the School

Located in Wuhan, the largest metropolis in central China, HUST is a premier comprehensive research university under the direct administration of the Ministry of Education of China and a leading member of China’s national “Double First-Class” university initiative.

The School of Environmental Science and Engineering comprises three primary departments: Environmental Engineering, Water Supply and Drainage Science and Engineering, and Building Environment and Energy Application Engineering. Each department hosts a National First-Class Undergraduate Program under the “Double Ten-Thousand Plan.” The school offers a complete ecosystem of degree programs—spanning bachelor’s, master’s, and multidisciplinary doctoral programs—alongside well-established postdoctoral research stations.

Research Areas

Leveraging HUST’s comprehensive multidisciplinary strengths, the school fosters deep cross-disciplinary research across materials, machinery, energy, life sciences, and chemistry. Applications are highly encouraged in our core development directions and related fields:

* Water Environment and Ecology
* Solid Waste Recycling and Recovery
* Soil Remediation
* Building Environment
* Energy Conservation
* Human and Society
* Emerging Interdisciplinary Fields: Environmental Health, Environmental Big Data, AI in Environment, Climate Change, and Carbon Neutrality

Qualifications

Candidates for all faculty positions must hold a Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Geosciences, Environmental Management, Municipal Engineering, HVAC Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field.

* Professor: Candidates must possess a globally recognized academic reputation, an exceptional record of scholarly publications in top-tier journals, and a proven ability to secure and lead major extramural research projects. Outstanding leadership capability to build and guide world-class research teams is required.

* Associate Professor: Candidates should have a strong track record of excellent academic output, demonstrated ability to conduct independent and innovative research, and significant potential for securing competitive research grants. Prior overseas academic or postdoctoral experience is highly preferred.

* Lecturer (Assistant Professor): Candidates must demonstrate a solid academic foundation, an excellent early-career publication record, and strong potential for both independent research and high-quality teaching.

* Postdoctoral Fellows: Candidates should have received a Ph.D. within the past three years from a globally recognized university, possess a solid research background, and demonstrate the ability to conduct high-quality independent work.

Compensation and Benefits

HUST provides a globally competitive remuneration package tailored to the candidate’s academic profile and rank. The package typically includes:

* Salary and Subsidies: A highly competitive base salary. Exceptional candidates may be recommended for national or provincial talent programs, which provide substantial additional tax-free subsidies and allowances.

* Start-up Funds: Generous start-up research funding—commensurate with the position rank—to ensure a smooth and rapid start to research projects.

* Space and Team Building: Ample, state-of-the-art laboratory and office space. Professors and Associate Professors receive priority allocations for recruiting Ph.D. and master’s students, as well as institutional support for hiring postdoctoral fellows and research assistants.

* Housing: A sizable housing allowance or the option to reside in on-campus, fully furnished transitional apartments.

* Family and Healthcare: Premium comprehensive medical care with access to HUST’s top-ranked affiliated hospitals (including Union Hospital and Tongji Hospital). Guaranteed priority enrollment for children in HUST’s highly sought-after affiliated kindergarten, primary, and middle schools.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

HUST is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community. Talented scholars from all backgrounds are warmly welcomed to apply.

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents in a single PDF file to yuanzw@hust.edu.cn, with the subject line “HUST Application: [Target Position, e.g., Professor] – [Research Area] – [Applicant Name]”:

* A cover letter indicating the intended rank and research field.
* A detailed curriculum vitae, including education, work experience, and a complete list of publications.
* A statement of research accomplishments and future research plans (maximum 3 pages).
* Contact information (names, affiliations, and email addresses) for at least three academic references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.