Careers in China
Many people dream of working abroad, and with the growing global academic job market, pursuing opportunities in China offers significant prospects for academics. A career in China has many benefits: you can improve your long-term employability, build connections with Chinese academics for future research collaborations, experience a new culture, learn a different language, and explore some of the world’s great wonders.
jobs.ac.uk works with a number of universities and higher education institutions in China to bring you the best career opportunities and jobs in China. Browse the list of jobs below. You can also find new opportunities by visiting our website, jobs.ac.uk, and using our search filter to find your next role.
At jobs.ac.uk we have also written helpful articles in our Career Advice hub about working overseas, including insights into the Chinese education system, research grant opportunities, and how to leverage initiatives like the Changjiang Scholars scheme. We have also written a country profile that provides useful information about living in China. Plus, hear directly from Lecturers and Professors who have moved to China and enjoyed the many rewards of their experience.

Living and Working in China
Find out about what it’s like to work and live in China including the culture, education system, working practices, visa information and more.
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Associate Professor of Practice
School of Internet of Things
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 28 May
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Professor in Business Administration
Nottingham University Business School China
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 27 May
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Professor in Economics
School of Economics
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 27 May
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Faculty Position in Quantum Science and Technology [Open Rank]
Department of Physics
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 27 May
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Faculty Position in School of Internet of Things
School of Internet of Things
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 27 May
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Head of Higher Education Division
Institute of Leadership & Education Advanced Development (ILEAD)
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 25 May
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Head of Department of Pure Mathematics
School of Mathematics and Physics
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 25 May
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Head of Learning Institute for Future Excellence
Academy of Future Education
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 25 May
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Assistant/Associate/Senior Associate/Full Professor in Computational Linguistics and AI
Department of Applied Linguistics
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 24 May
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Lecturer in Civil Engineering (T&S), DIICSU – UOD1920
Engineering and Technology
University of Dundee
Location: Changsha, Dundee
Salary: £41,671 – £45,413 depending on experience.
Date Placed: 23 May
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Lecturer in Computer Science or Software Engineering (Hubei)
Manchester Metropolitan University
Location: Hubei, Manchester
Salary: £40,497 – £55,755 Grade 8/9, + Market Supplement, per annum
Date Placed: 08 May
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Academic-Track Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences with Transnational Education Experience (Zhejiang)
CMVM / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Sciences Teaching Organisation
The University of Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, Zhejiang
Salary: £62,728 – £77,386 per annum, plus a taxed pensionable allowance of £3,250 per annum (UE09)
Date Placed: 06 May
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Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor in Computer Science
School of Computer Science
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Highly competitive
Date Placed: 01 May
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Assistant Professor of English Education
School of Education and English
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £50,212 – £66,119 per annum
Date Placed: 15 May
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Associate Professor in Applied Psychology
School of Education and English
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £70,829 – £87,066 per annum
Date Placed: 14 May
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Vice Provost for Education and Student Experience
Management Board
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 15 May
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Lecturer in Materials Science and Engineering Education (Teaching & Scholarship) Transnational Education
School of Engineering of Materials Science
Queen Mary University of London
Location: London, Xi’An
Salary: £51,040 – £60,060 per annum
Date Placed: 30 Apr
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Associate Professor/Professor in Media and Cultural Studies
School of International Communications
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: International highly competitive
Date Placed: 22 May
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Lecturer in Computing (T&R), DIICSU – UOD1919
Computer Science
University of Dundee
Location: Changsha, Dundee
Salary: £41,671 – £45,413
Date Placed: 23 May
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Lecturer in Civil Engineering (T&S), DIICSU – UOD1920
Engineering and Technology
University of Dundee
Location: Changsha, Dundee
Salary: £41,671 – £45,413 depending on experience.
Date Placed: 23 May
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