Teaching And Research Positions In The Department Of Physical Education And Research Of Peking University

Introduction to the Department

Peking University has a long-standing tradition of emphasizing the importance of sports, which dates back to the era of Beijing Normal University. In 1917, Mr. Cai Yuanpei, while presiding over school affairs, championed the principle of "freedom of thought, compatibility, and integration," and often placed sports as a top priority, even above moral, intellectual, and aesthetic education. His advocacy of "complete personality through sports" has been an enduring legacy at Peking University. After the outbreak of the First Zhifeng War in 1922, Peking University officially established the Department of Physical Education, which marked a significant milestone in integrating physical education into the university’s academic framework.

Since its inception, the Department of Physical Education and Research has played a key role in advancing physical education and sports activities at Peking University, growing and adapting through various historical phases. Following the founding of the People's Republic of China, the department has entered a new historical period and made significant contributions to the development of sports education in New China.

The concept of "Equal ability and political integrity, sound physique" has become the core educational philosophy of Peking University. This philosophy underscores the development of students' character and well-being, highlighting the importance of sports in campus life. In 2021, Peking University achieved the Healthy Campus certification from the International University Sports Federation (FISU), becoming the first university in Asia to receive this prestigious recognition.

Today, the Department of Physical Education and Research at Peking University is composed of 167 faculty members, including 59 in-service teachers, 9 professors, 31 associate professors, and numerous masters and doctoral supervisors. The department is responsible for a broad range of activities, including public sports education, sports training, research, and campus sports culture development. It is also engaged in managing sports teams and campus sports venues.

With over 300 academic papers published in the past five years, the department has gained recognition in the fields of sports humanities and social sciences, university sports, sports industry, and sports and health. The department is now recruiting outstanding young talents for physical education teaching and sports training.

Post Settings

Open Positions and Responsibilities

1. Assistant Professor / Tenured Associate Professor
2. Job Series: Teaching and Research Series
3. Position: Responsible for physical education teaching, scientific research, and discipline development.

• Job Responsibilities:Teach physical education courses and contribute to the development of the department's academic programs.
• Engage in high-quality scientific research and contribute to the advancement of physical education and sports science.
• Participate in national and international research projects and publish impactful academic works.
• Qualifications:Age ‚⧠40 years old (may be relaxed to 50 years old for exceptional candidates).
• Hold a doctoral degree in relevant fields.
• Proven scientific research capability with a strong record of accomplishments in the field.
• Ability to teach at least one physical education course.
• A minimum of one year of international academic experience preferred.
• Priority given to candidates with national academic achievement awards.
• Strong leadership potential and disciplinary expertise.
• Number of Positions: 0-2
• Contact: Mr. Qi
• Contact Number: +86 10-62760198
• Email:gtyrlzybgs@pku.edu.cn
• Mailing Address: No. 5, Summer Palace Road, Haidian District, Beijing, Room 300, May Fourth Sports Center, Zip code: 100871

1. Lecturer
2. Job Series: Instructional Series
3. Position: Responsible for physical education teaching and group work.

• Job Responsibilities:Teach physical education courses and guide student teams.
• Lead extracurricular activities related to physical fitness and sports.
• Qualifications:Hold a doctoral degree (priority for candidates with physical training expertise).
• Athlete level standards: second-level athletes and above; national athletes preferred.
• Rich teaching experience and the ability to coach student teams.
• Experience in team management and leadership skills preferred.
• Number of Positions: 0-1
• Contact: Mr. Qi
• Contact Number: +86 10-62760198
• Email:gtyrlzybgs@pku.edu.cn
• Mailing Address: No. 5, Summer Palace Road, Haidian District, Beijing, Room 300, May Fourth Sports Center, Zip code: 100871

1. Teaching Assistant
2. Job Series: Instructional Series
3. Position: Responsible for physical education teaching and team training.

• Job Responsibilities:Assist in teaching physical education courses and training student teams.
• Support the development of sports programs and fitness initiatives.
• Qualifications:Age ‚⧠30 years old.
• Hold a Master‚Äôs degree or above.
• Athlete level: National athletes; Olympic champions, world champions, and international athletes preferred.
• Strong practical experience in teaching and training, with expertise in areas like athletics, outdoor sports, or football.
• Preference will be given to candidates with outstanding national or international sports achievements.
• Number of Positions: 0-3
• Contact: Mr. Qi
• Contact Number: +86 10-62760198
• Email:gtyrlzybgs@pku.edu.cn
• Mailing Address: No. 5, Summer Palace Road, Haidian District, Beijing, Room 300, May Fourth Sports Center, Zip code: 100871

Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following materials:

1. Individual job application (including the position applied for, expected start date, and personal signature).
2. Personal ideological and political self-evaluation report (with signature).
3. Detailed personal resume (including teaching and research statements, academic degree certificates, and employment certificates if applicable).
4. Major personal research achievements and representative publications.
5. Personal academic work plan for the next 3-5 years.
6. At least three letters of recommendation from independent experts (sent directly to the designated email). It is recommended to also provide letters from peers, mentors, or co-tutors.
7. Other supporting materials (e.g., award certificates, social part-time certificates, innovative works).

Please send all application materials in PDF format to:

gtyrlzybgs@pku.edu.cn