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School of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics (MEM)

Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo (EIT)

About Us

The Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo (EIT) is a newly established, high-end research university supported by both private and public funding. Strategically located in the innovation hub of the Yangtze River Delta, EIT aspires to become a world-class institution with a "high-starting point, small but exquisite, research-intensive, and international" profile. Its mission is to cultivate outstanding and innovative talents, conduct internationally recognized research, and support sustainable regional and national development by advancing knowledge and promoting the transfer of science and technology for the benefit of society.

About the School of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics (MEM)

The School of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics (MEM) is a newly established school at EIT, built with a clear, focused vision: to become a globally recognized center of excellence in Robotics and Smart Manufacturing. Our mission is to cultivate creative, internationally-minded leaders who will serve the nation and society through groundbreaking research and innovation. We are a young, energetic school with a deep-niche strategy. We have identified Robotics and Smart Manufacturing as our core strategic clusters, building on our existing strengths in digital twins, computational modeling, mechanics, and materials. Our faculty and researchers work in a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment, addressing the grand challenges of modern engineering—from the fundamental physics of materials and fluids to the intelligent automation of manufacturing processes and the development of autonomous robotic systems.

Key Research Areas:

• Robotics: Mechanism design, locomotion and manipulation, perception and autonomous decision-making, human-robot collaboration, and robotic manufacturing systems.

• Smart Manufacturing: Cyber-physical systems, digital twins and industrial simulation, in-situ sensing and process control, advanced materials processing, and industrial AI.

Flagship Research Platforms:

• Key Laboratory of Provincial Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twin

• Key Laboratory of Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial CFD of Ningbo

• Research Institute of Low-Altitude Economy of Ningbo

MEM currently has over 50 full-time faculty and research staff, including recipients of numerous national and international awards and honors.

Opportunities and Disciplines

We are seeking outstanding candidates in general areas of Mechanical Engineering, with particular emphasis on:

We particularly welcome candidates who can bridge multiple areas and contribute to our interdisciplinary research culture.

Responsibilities

Successful applicants are expected to:

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses (in English) within our strategic focus areas;

• Build and sustain a vigorous, externally funded research program with national and international impact;

• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary teams for collaborative research;

• Contribute to the academic community and society through service and knowledge transfer.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Materials Science, Applied Mechanics, or a closely related field;

• Demonstrated excellence in research, with a strong record of high-quality publications and research impact;

• Excellent communication skills in English (our primary working language);

• Prior experience in teaching and mentoring is preferred;

• Candidates with a proven track record of collaboration and interdisciplinary research are especially encouraged.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a globally competitive compensation package, including:

• Generous start-up funding to launch your research program;

• Highly competitive salaries and housing subsidies;

• Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement plans;

• Dedicated support for securing national and regional research funding (including NSFC, National Key R&D Program);

• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and core instrumentation centers;

• A vibrant, interdisciplinary research environment with a strong culture of collaboration.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover Letter (clearly indicating your research cluster and alignment with our strategic focus)

• Curriculum Vitae (including a complete list of publications)

• Research Statement (including past achievements and a 3-5 year vision for your research at EIT, with proposed topics)

• Teaching Statement (including teaching philosophy, experience, and courses you could offer within our core curricula)

• Names and contact information of 3-5 referees (letters of recommendation will be requested for shortlisted candidates)

How to Apply

Please email all application materials to: faculty-hire@eitech.edu.cn

• Subject Line: "Application for Faculty Position – MEM, College of Engineering – [Your Research Cluster]"

• Contact: Dean's Office, School of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics

• Phone: +86-0574-86603227

Positions are open until filled. We expect to fill multiple positions over the next 1-2 years as we build our strategic clusters.

Join Us in Building Something Exceptional!

At EIT MEM, you will not be just another faculty member in a large, anonymous department. You will be a founding architect of a distinctive, focused, and internationally visible school. You will have the opportunity to shape our research directions, build our curriculum from the ground up, and work with a community of like-minded, ambitious colleagues who are passionate about making a real impact. If you are looking for a place where your work truly matters, where collaboration is not just encouraged but embedded in our culture, and where you can help build a world-class institution from its foundations, we invite you to join us. Be part of something special!