Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Humanities

About the role

The Institute of Humanities at ShanghaiTech University is seeking tenure‑track professors, associate professors and assistant professors across a range of humanities disciplines. Candidates will join a vibrant research community, contribute to undergraduate teaching, and develop their own scholarly programs.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver three or more undergraduate courses in your area of expertise.
• Maintain an active research agenda with publications in high‑impact journals.
• Participate in departmental and university service, including committees and academic events.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Required profile

• PhD from a recognized university (renowned institutions preferred).
• For professors/associate professors: age ≤55, strong international reputation, proven record of high‑impact publications.
• For assistant professors: age ≤40, demonstrated research potential and ability to develop new courses.
• Full‑time availability and commitment to teaching and research.

Required skills

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Chinese philosophy, Western philosophy, logic, philosophy of science, aesthetics, Chinese literature (ancient, modern, comparative), Chinese history, world history, historical theory, or foreign language and literature (English, French, German, Japanese).

What we offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and academic achievements.
• Reasonable start‑up research funds and a spacious office.
• On‑campus faculty apartments (80–120 m²) with affordable rent.
• Support for children’s education through affiliated schools.