Faculty Recruitment at Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute (SITI)
About Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute (SITI)
Located in the center of Shanghai Pudong District, SITI is a newly established research institute affiliated with Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine led by world-renowned immunologist Chen Dong. The institute aims to pursue basic- and clinical-orientated innovative research in tumor immunotherapy, chronic inflammatory diseases, transplantation, infectious diseases, and vaccine development. By the year 2035, SITI aims to establish itself as a global leader in research areas encompassing new drug targets, novel mechanisms, antibody drug development, immunotherapy, and other significant immune-related diseases.
SITI currently has 10 research groups led by full-time principal investigators (PIs) recruited from around the world and 8 PIs are national talents (including national youth talents). As the main member unit of National Key Laboratory of Innovative Immunotherapy, SITI provides substantial ongoing support and an open and vibrant environment for scientific research innovation.
Positions
SITI seeks outstanding applicants for a Principal Investigator faculty position within but not limited to the area of basic Immunology, tumor immunotherapy, inflammatory diseases, transplantation immunology, Infectious diseases, vaccine development, and systemic Immunology. We are particularly seeking candidates who will bring novel approaches, either technical or conceptual, to the study of the immune system.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold Ph.D. degree or equivalent and have substantial postdoctoral training with a track record of research excellence. The candidate is expected to have demonstrated creativity in research and commitment to equity. Successful candidates will be innovative leaders who can independently run a research program, advise laboratory trainees and staff, and make significant scientific achievements.
What we offer
1. SITI consists of faculty members with diverse expertise spanning basic and translational immunology investigation and provides opportunities to turn basic research discoveries into translational research in close collaboration with clinical partners in Renji Hospital and other high-level affiliated hospitals.
2. SITI faculty are supported with a wide variety of shared core facilities, including state-of-the-art flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and computing, etc.
3. SITI will provide guidance and all-round support for the academic growth of young talents.
4. Competitive international competitive salary package, housing allowance, and research start-up funds commensurate with the applicant’s academic experience.
5. Access to benefits and other provisions per hospital and institutional regulations
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing a full CV with a publication list and the statement of research (both in English) to simi@shsmu.edu.cn.
