Teaching And Research Positions In The Institute Of Population Research, Peking University

Introduction to the Department

The Institute of Population Research at Peking University is a multidisciplinary research and teaching unit that combines expertise from the fields of arts, sciences, and medicine. The Institute offers an international master’s program in demography, aimed at training population science researchers and management professionals, especially for China and developing countries.

Currently, the Institute has a diverse student body, with 39 academic master’s students, 42 master’s students in social work, and 30 doctoral students, including 5 international students and 8 students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. The Institute offers more than 30 courses, with 11 taught in English for international students.

The Institute emphasizes the integration of scientific research with teaching and has led major national research projects, including the National 973 Project, the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and the National Social Science Foundation of China. It is home to various research centers and virtual institutions, including the Research Center for Chinese Population Health and Development, the China Research Center for Aging Development, and the China Career Development Research Center for the Disabled. The Institute also publishes the bimonthly journal "Population and Development".

Post Settings

Open Positions and Responsibilities

1. Assistant Professor / Pre-Appointed Associate Professor / Tenured Associate Professor / Professor
2. Job Series: Teaching and Research Series
3. Position: Teaching and Scientific Research in Demography/Sociology/Political Economy

• Job Responsibilities:Conduct teaching and scientific research in the following areas:
• Demography/Sociology (Gerontology): Population and health, population analysis methods, geriatrics, disabled population research, aging economics, geriatric health, geriatric sociology.
• Political Economy/Population, Resources, and Environmental Economics: Population economics, business demography, population and sustainable development, health and environmental economics.
• Social Work: Aging services, disability services, and management.
• Qualifications:Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Generally not more than 40 years old.
• Strong background in the field of study, with excellent scientific research achievements.
• Strong communication, coordination, teaching, and research skills.
• Experience in major project research is preferred.
• Alignment with the development plan and key research areas of the discipline.
• Number of Positions: 0-2
• Contact: Hu Chenghua
• Contact Number: +86 10-62751974
• Email:rkyjs@pku.edu.cn
• Address: Office 239, 2nd Floor, School of Economics, Peking University, Beijing, 100871

Application Materials

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

1. Individual Application Form: Specify the position applied for and the expected joining date.
2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae: Include proof of employment, academic degree certificates, teaching and research statements, etc.
3. List of Published or Accepted Papers
4. Personal Academic Work Plan: A 3-5 year research plan.
5. Recommendation Letters: Three or more letters of recommendation from independent experts. A letter from a mentor or co-mentor is also acceptable.

• For Tenured Positions (Professor or Tenured Associate Professor): The Institute will conduct an external peer review, and applicants may provide a list of recommenders, who will be directly contacted by the Institute.

1. Scientific Research Plagiarism Report: A report addressing the originality of the applicant’s research results.
2. Self-Assessment Report: A report on the applicant’s ideology, political views, teacher ethics, and personal style.
3. Other Materials: Additional documents such as award certificates or employment notices, if applicable.

The Institute accepts applications on an ongoing basis and encourages candidates to submit their materials as soon as possible.