Teaching And Research Positions In Peking University Biomedical Frontier Innovation Center

Position Overview

Organization: Biomedical Pioneering Innovation Center (BIOPIC), Peking University

Location: Beijing, China

Introduction to the Department

The Biomedical Pioneering Innovation Center (BIOPIC), established in 2010 and formerly known as the Center for Biological Dynamic Optical Imaging, is an independent research institute directly under Peking University. BIOPIC stands as a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary center focused on life science research, with a strong technological core. It aims to bridge basic scientific discoveries and biomedical applications, serving human health through the development of high-precision technologies.

BIOPIC has consistently led cutting-edge research, achieving world-class breakthroughs such as MALBAC baby, neutralizing antibodies for the new coronavirus, circular RNA vaccines, single-base editing technology (LEAPER), and high-performance protein structure prediction tools. Its research spans areas including reproductive health, gene editing, artificial intelligence, cancer diagnosis, and more.

BIOPIC also hosts the Beijing Future Gene Diagnosis Advanced Innovation Center (ICG), which has received significant support from the Beijing Municipal Education Commission since 2016. The center has fostered rapid development, resulting in seven high-tech enterprises and creating an integrated model for research, education, and industrial production.

The center's primary research directions include:

• Basic Research: Genomics, bioinformatics, tumor immunology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, computational systems biology, brain science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
• Technology Development: Single-cell genomics, gene editing, high-throughput sequencing, biomedical imaging, biological big data analysis, and microfluidic technologies.
• Clinical Translation: Genetic testing, preimplantation embryo screening, cancer immunotherapy, gene editing interventions, and biological big data.

Open Positions

Positions Available:

• Assistant Professor
• Pre-Appointed Associate Professor
• Tenured Associate Professor
• Professor

Job Series: Teaching and Research Series

Job Responsibilities:

1. Establish an independent, large-scale laboratory.
2. Apply for and lead national scientific research projects.
3. Publish high-level research results.
4. Undertake teaching responsibilities in relevant life sciences disciplines.
5. Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
6. Participate in the development of school disciplines and research platforms.

Qualifications:

1. Applicants should generally be no more than 45 years old, with exceptions made for particularly exceptional candidates.
2. Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience from reputable universities, either domestically or internationally.
3. Research expertise in areas such as genomics, molecular biology, genetics, tumor immunity, biochemistry, bioinformatics, computational systems biology, brain science, artificial intelligence, biomedical imaging, and other cutting-edge technologies.
4. Proven ability to lead and independently manage national scientific research projects.
5. Capability to develop and execute viable future research plans.
6. Experience and competence in teaching life science-related disciplines.

Number of Open Positions: 0-2

Contact Information:

• Contact Person: Mr. Liu
• Telephone: 62767408
• Email:hr@biopic.pku.edu.cn
• Address: Peking University Comprehensive Research Building 2, 100871

Research Associate/Associate Researcher

Positions Available:

• Research Associate
• Associate Researcher

Job Series: Research Technology Series

Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist the lab leader in applying for and leading national scientific research projects.
2. Contribute to publishing high-level research results.
3. Supervise and guide the training of doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows.
4. Manage large-scale public platforms and core facilities.

Qualifications:

1. Applicants should generally be no more than 45 years old.
2. Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience from well-known universities.
3. Research experience in fields such as single-cell genomics, biomedical imaging, gene regulation, tumor immunology, bioinformatics, genomics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and medicine.
4. Proven record of high-level research results in relevant fields.
5. Proficiency in academic communication in English and in writing academic papers.
6. Experience managing large-scale experimental platforms.

Number of Open Positions: 0-4

Associate Researcher

Positions Available:

• Associate Researcher

Job Series: Research Technology Series

Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist in applying for and leading scientific research projects.
2. Publish high-level research results.
3. Engage in research related to immunology, antibody drug and vaccine development, and antigen-antibody interaction.
4. Manage and supervise research teams and graduate students.

Qualifications:

1. Doctoral degree with postdoctoral experience from prestigious universities, generally no more than 35 years old.
2. Expertise in immunology, virology, cell and molecular biology, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and related fields.
3. Proven ability to achieve significant research results in these disciplines.
4. Proficiency in English for academic communication and writing.
5. Experience in leading and managing scientific research projects.
6. Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Number of Open Positions: 0-1

Contact Information:

• Contact Person: Zhang Xiao
• Telephone: 62757901
• Email:kelly.zhang@pku.edu.cn
• Address: 288, Building 2 (2nd basement)

Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following materials to Mr. Cao Yunlong at yunlongcao@pku.edu.cn, and copy Mr. Zhang Xiao at kelly.zhang@pku.edu.cn:

1. Individual application (including a personal profile, position applied for, and expected start date).
2. Detailed curriculum vitae (including teaching and research statements, publication list).
3. Academic qualifications and proof of all degrees.
4. Representative academic achievements (3-5 key papers).
5. Personal work plan for the next 3-5 years.

Application Materials are accepted year-round.

BIOPIC at Peking University offers a world-class research environment, encouraging applications from talented individuals across the globe.