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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Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Business Management and Analytics
Surrey International Institute
Dongbei University of Finance & Economics
Location: Dalian
Salary: Commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience
Date Placed: 10 Dec
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Assistant/Associate Professor in Project Management
Department of Intelligent Operations and Marketing (IOM)
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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Assistant/Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Management
Department of Intelligent Operations and Marketing (IOM)
Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University
Location: Suzhou
Salary: Competitive salary in the market
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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Principal Research Fellow in Power Electronic, Machine and Control
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £71,537 – £87,937 per annum
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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International BMS Fellowship of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering
College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University
Location: Beijing
Salary: £33795 per annum
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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Dean of Systems Hub
Systems Hub
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)
Location: Guangzhou
Salary: Competitive remuneration at international standards
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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Dean of Function Hub
Function Hub
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)
Location: Guangzhou
Salary: Competitive remuneration at international standards
Date Placed: 09 Dec
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Associate/Full Professor in Applied Mathematics/Statistics
School of Mathematical Sciences
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive employment packages
Date Placed: 08 Dec
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Lecturer/Associate Professor/Full Professor in Biomedical Engineering
College of Biomedical Engineering
South-Central Minzu University
Location: Wuhan
Salary: £19,151 – £101,385 p.a.
Date Placed: 06 Dec
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Assistant Professor in Accounting
Business School
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £50,714 – £66,781 per annum
Date Placed: 05 Dec
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Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics
School of Education and English
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £50,714 – £66,781 per annum
Date Placed: 15 Oct
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Associate Professor in Business Analytics
Business School China
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £71,537 – £87,937 per annum, depending on skills and experience
Date Placed: 18 Nov
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Professor in Management
Business School
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive employment package
Date Placed: 30 Oct
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Visiting Lecturers
Faculty of Business and Law
University of Roehampton
Location: Changsha
Salary: £56.72 per hour
Date Placed: 28 Nov
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Assistant Professor / Lecturer in Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (Specified Purpose Contract)
Department of Computer Science / International Engineering College (IEC)
Maynooth University, National University of Ireland Maynooth
Location: Fuzhou, Maynooth
Salary: £36,618 – £89,188 per annum
Date Placed: 24 Nov
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Professor in Electrical Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 17 Oct
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Associate Professor in Computer Science
School of Computer Science
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £71,537 – £87,937 per annum
Date Placed: 21 Oct
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Professor in Computer Science
School of Computer Science
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: £87,937 – £115,516 per annum
Date Placed: 21 Oct
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Assistant/Associate Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 25 Nov
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Professor in Economics
School of Economics
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Location: Ningbo
Salary: Competitive
Date Placed: 05 Nov
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