2026 Recruitment Notice for Postdoctoral Researchers

Research Group of Professor Ru Zhang, School of Resources and Environment, Nanchang University

Introduction to the Research Group

Led by Professor Ru Zhang of Nanchang University, the research group has long been dedicated to research on watershed agricultural non-point source pollution control, ecological treatment of wastewater, and resource utilization of agricultural wastes. It stands as a leading team in this field within Jiangxi Province.

Boasting strong scientific research strength, the group has presided over and undertaken more than 20 national and provincial-ministerial research projects. These include projects under the National Key R&D Program, the National Natural Science Foundation of China, international cooperation projects of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations–Global Environment Facility, special projects of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and the Jiangxi Provincial Key R&D Program. The group is equipped with ample research funding, and its industry-university-research cooperation network covers multiple provincial-level leading agricultural enterprises.

Outstanding postdoctoral candidates are sincerely invited to join us. The group will provide a first-class scientific research platform, targeted supervisor guidance, and sufficient opportunities for academic exchanges and achievement transformation, supporting young scholars to rapidly grow into backbone professionals in the industry.

Recruitment Details

1. Position: Postdoctoral Researcher

2. Number of Vacancies: 2

3. Employment Type: Full-time

4. Educational Requirement: Doctoral degree

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants should be born on or after January 1, 1990 (age 35 or below), with good physical and mental health. The doctoral degree must be obtained within 3 years, or the doctoral dissertation defense must have been completed.

2. Be honest and trustworthy, passionate about scientific research, courageous to take on key responsibilities, and possess excellent teamwork spirit.

3. Eligible research backgrounds include, but are not limited to: agricultural environment and resource protection, environmental engineering, environmental science, soil science, geography and other related disciplines.

Job Responsibilities

1. Conduct independent scientific research while providing support for the research work of the group leader.

2. Assist the group leader in supervising master’s and doctoral students and undertaking other teaching tasks.

3. Actively apply for major research funding programs, including the Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program, the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Postdoctoral researchers shall manage the allocated funding upon obtaining project support.

Position Benefits

1. The annual salary is no less than 242,000 RMB (pre-tax, including rental subsidy). The specific remuneration package is determined through consultation between the postdoctoral research station and the postdoctoral researcher. Eligible candidates can enjoy relevant postdoctoral policies stipulated in the Nine Policies for Postdoctoral Researchers of Jiangxi Province.

2. Full support will be provided for postdoctoral researchers to apply for national, provincial and municipal postdoctoral talent programs and research projects during their station stay. Successful applicants will enjoy the corresponding benefits on the principle of taking the higher standard.

3. Recruits are eligible to rent public rental housing for university faculty after joining the group.

4. Household registration procedures will be handled in accordance with postdoctoral administration policies of Jiangxi Province and relevant policies of Nanchang City. Postdoctoral researchers who remain employed in Nanchang after completing their postdoctoral research are entitled to relevant postdoctoral policies under the Ten New Talent Policies of Nanchang.

Application Materials

Applicants are requested to submit their application materials, including a detailed curriculum vitae, educational and work experience, representative academic achievements, etc., to the contact email. The email subject should be clearly labeled as: Postdoctoral Application + Full Name + Graduate Institution.

Contact Information

Contact Person: Professor Zhang

Tel: 17770884879

Email: zru@ncu.edu.cn

Address: School of Resources and Environment, Nanchang University, No. 999 Xuefu Road, Honggutan District, Nanchang City