Research Group Leader Profile
Dr. Jie Chen is an Assistant Professor at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech). She earned her Ph.D. from the Department of Technical Physics at Peking University. She has held postdoctoral and research positions at the Physics Division of Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) and the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) at Michigan State University. As an experimental spokesperson, she has conducted research at leading international facilities, including the Research Center for Nuclear Physics (RCNP, Osaka University), the ATLAS accelerator at ANL, FRIB, and CERN-ISOLDE, establishing a robust network of domestic and international collaborations. Her work has resulted in over 40 publications in prestigious international journals, and she has been invited to deliver talks at multiple international conferences.
Research Focus:
Her research explores exotic nuclear structures far from stability and nuclear astrophysical processes through direct nuclear reactions. She specializes in high-precision direct reaction studies using low-intensity radioactive beams (<1000 pps) and has played a key role in developing active-target time projection chambers and superconducting solenoids. She has led pioneering studies on exotic nuclei and shell evolution. Currently, she is establishing a radiation detection laboratory to develop next-generation direct-reaction detection systems and leads experimental data analysis and campaigns using active-target detectors. She has built a research team comprising postdocs, PhDs, and master’s students.

Requirements


Passion for scientific research, rigorous academic ethics, strong sense of responsibility, and teamwork skills. Excellent physical intuition, ability to identify key factors in complex scenarios, and capacity for independent problem-solving. Self-motivated, well-organized, and committed to overcoming research challenges.


Age under 35.


A Ph.D. (or expected within one year) in astrophysics, nuclear physics, particle physics, nuclear technology, or related fields from a recognized university or research institute, obtained within the last three years.


Demonstrated theoretical or experimental expertise in astrophysics, nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, particle physics, or nuclear technology.


Strong foundation in scientific theory, experimentation, mathematics, statistical analysis, and modeling. Excellent English communication and writing skills.


Preference given to candidates with nuclear physics experimental experience and familiarity with large-scale nuclear science facilities.


Responsibilities


Conduct research in nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, or nuclear technology.


Collaborate with the PI to design research plans, independently lead projects, and publish high-impact papers.


Assist in grant applications (e.g., postdoctoral fellowships, NSFC Young Scientist Fund) and seek external funding.


Mentor PhD, master’s, and undergraduate students; contribute to group management and development.


Salary & Benefits


Two-year postdoctoral appointment with a starting annual salary of 330,000 RMB (pre-tax), including 150,000 RMB from Guangdong Province and 60,000 RMB from Shenzhen. Standard social insurance and housing fund provided.


Outstanding candidates may apply for the SUSTech Presidential Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship, with salaries exceeding 500,000 RMB/year (including provincial/municipal subsidies).


Eligibility for Shenzhen public housing or a 2,800 RMB/month (pre-tax) housing allowance.


Access to excellent research facilities and collaboration opportunities, with 25,000 RMB allocated for academic travel over two years.


Support for competitive postdoctoral fellowships (up to 1,000,000 RMB total funding; mutually exclusive with provincial/municipal subsidies).


Postdocs who remain in Shenzhen for research after graduation may apply for the Shenzhen Postdoctoral Research Grant (100,000 RMB/year for three years, subject to policy updates).


Note: The Shenzhen New PhD Talent Subsidy (100,000 RMB) cannot be combined with other postdoctoral living subsidies.


Outstanding performers may be promoted to Research Assistant Professor/Associate.


Application
Submit a detailed CV (including education, work, and research history), key publications/achievements, and contact information for 2–3 references to:
chenjie@sustech.edu.cn
Email subject format: "Name – Highest Degree University + Position" (e.g., "San Zhang – University of Science and Technology of China – Postdoc").