Recruitment Announcement:

Executive Deputy Director of State Key Laboratory of Luminescence and Applications in CIOMP

Description

The State Key Laboratory of Luminescence and Applications (SKLLA) is recruiting an Executive Deputy Director. Founded in 1989 and based at the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics (CIOMP), the SKLLA focuses on wide bandgap semiconductor luminescence, laser and photoelectric detection; organic optoelectronic materials and devices; new luminescence and laser material, physics and applications; and high-power semiconductor laser light sources and their applications. SKLLA has established several research platforms in　public testing, photoelectric devices, organic optoelectronic preparation and new material preparation.　Furthermore, SKLLA has made groundbreaking progress in the areas of high-power semiconductor lasers, wide bandgap semiconductor luminescence, and rare-earth luminescence physics. SKLLA has also translated　basic research results into engineering achievements that have　received recognition　from experts worldwide and　have　contributed to　the rapid development of related subjects.

SKLLA now has 90 scientific staff, 23 of whom are　professors.　Current researchers include one Chinese Academy of Science(CAS) academician, one　chief scientist　from the National Program on Key Basic Research (973 Program),　and five scholars from the CAS ‘100 Talents Program’. Two researchers have　been awarded　the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars and the National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars, respectively. SKLLA　research has produced more than 2000 papers in leading academic journals such as Chemical Review, Advanced Materials, Physical Review Letters, and ACS Nano. In the future, SKLLA will not only consolidate its　existing research　subjects but also establish new research directions and cultivate new areas of growth.　By doing so, SKLLA will　promote the innovation skills　within the field of　luminescence and strengthen theoretical research to maintain　core technology breakthroughs.

SKLLA is located in Changchun, the capital city of Jilin province and　the center of its economy, culture, finance, trade and transportation. Called the ‘culture city’ because of the many universities and research institutions, Changchun　is an ideal place for scientific research.

Adhering to the principles of openness, equality, fair competition and merit, SKLLA is now recruiting for an Executive Deputy Director.　Reporting to the　Director, the Executive Deputy Director is responsible for the overall direction, implementation and global promotion of high-quality research with the SKLLA. This is an administrative and research position in which the successful candidate can be in the driving seat to unlock future discoveries in this exciting field

Primary responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the research and research direction of the SKLLA; set and successfully implement the laboratory development strategy; be aware of and understand trends in the development of related subject areas; and implement this expertise by ensuring the laboratory remains at the cutting edge of the world’s best research.

• Establish a talented and innovative laboratory team through effective human resource management.

• Ensure that the laboratory undertakes cutting-edge, world-class research.

• Promote the laboratory, its strengths and its values to CIOMP, to China, and globally via conferences, laboratory visits and other means to ensure the laboratory has an influential role in the field.

• Be responsible for and undertake major or key national technology research projects (including collaborative projects with international partners).

• Strengthen international cooperation and exchange by forming relationships with respected and highly reputable universities and research institutes outside China, and ensure the international standards of the laboratory are widely known.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Demonstrated ability to form and implement an internationally competitive strategic vision, which encompasses a clear understanding of the trends in national and international scientific research and the requirements for successfully implementing the plan.

• Demonstrated strong reputation and academic influence in the field of luminescence and its applications.

• PhD and research professorships or equivalent positions in respected universities or research institutions in China and abroad (an excellent associate professor would be considered).

• Advanced management and team-building experience, and strong organization and communication skills.

• Working in CIOMP for at least 8 months each year.

Duration of employment

The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year contract. Continuation beyond the initial hire period will be subject to work performance.

Remuneration

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. If the successful candidate is working in a discipline not already established at the SKLLA, CIOMP will provide start-up funding of at least 10 million RMB.

How to apply

Please send your resume by email to MA Honglei before December 15, 2015. Your resume should include basic personal information, education, work experience, a list of scientific publications, and any other relevant information. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, the time and date of which is subject to further notice.

Contact us

MA Honglei

Human Resources Department

CIOMP

3888 Dongnanhu Road, Changchun, Jilin130033, China

Email:mahl@ciomp.ac.cn

Phone: +8643186176928

Fax: +8643185682987