About ISPB

The Institute of Systems and Physical Biology (ISPB) of Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL) is dedicated to advancing basic biomedical research, with a focus on fundamental systems biology challenges. Systems biology integrates computational methods—such as molecular dynamics simulations and mathematical modeling—with biophysical and biochemical experiments, as well as various high-throughput omics techniques to investigate structure-function relations of living organisms at systems level. This approach aims to unveil the underlying principles that are difficult to study in the traditional biological research.

Key research areas include:

- AI and Big Data

- Systems and Information Biology (integrative genomics, epigenetics, proteomics, metabolomics, glycomics, etc.)

- Mechano-biology

- Physical Biology (photobiology, imaging, artificial biosystems, biological synthesis)

For more information about ISPB, please visit its website:https://en.szbl.ac.cn/scientificresearch/subordinate_research_institutes/76.html.

Institute Director for ISPB

SZBL is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated leader for ISPB. The Institute Director will play a pivotal role in academic leadership, strategic vision, faculty & staff management, financial & administrative oversight, research & institutional growth, external relations & advocacy, and student success & engagement. This is a global recruitment effort, open to talented candidates worldwide. We sincerely invite nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Director for ISPB.

Job Position:Institute Director

Job Type:Full-time

Salary:To be Discussed

Work Location:Shenzhen, China

Qualifications

Academic Excellence

• 1. Internationally recognized expertise ingenomics, bioinformatics, systems biology, computational biology or related disciplines.

• 2. Typically holds a tenured Full Professor or equivalent position.

Leadership and Administrative Experience

• 1. Proven experience as Department Chair, Associate Dean, or Director of a major program.

• 2. Formulate institutional strategic plan, spearhead disciplinary development.

• 3. Recruit, mentor, evaluate and retain diverse faculty, as well as administrative staff.

• 4. Drive flagship research initiatives to enhance academic impact and global standing, foster international partnerships.

• 5. Optimize resource allocation efficacy including financial management, fundraising, and grant acquisition.

• 6. Ability to work with the leadership team, external partners, alumni, and industry stakeholders to amplify scholarly and societal influence.

Application Guide

Applications for the Director of ISPB should include a current curriculum vitae and a letter describing relevant experience and qualifications, interest in the position and future plans for ISPB.

Applications and enquiries should be sent tohr_pi@szbl.ac.cn. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. All personal information provided to SZBL during the application process will be handled in strict confidentiality.

Open PI positions at various level in the fields of cancer biology, infectious diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, Physiology, systems/computational biology, and chemical biology at SZBL are also available.

About SZBL

Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL), with its prime focus on global science and new technology frontiers, is committed to solving major scientific problems collaboratively. Focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer, infectious diseases, neurological and psychiatric disorders, chronic diseases, and other major diseases, SZBL features BT+IT integration and multidisciplinary collaborations to develop programs in bioinformatics, chemical biology, innovative drug development, biomedical engineering, and other biomedical fields. SZBL is dedicated to innovations in both research and scientific administration. SZBL offers world-class technical support platforms, fosters innovation in internal and external collaborations, and flexibility in hiring and promotion to attract and retain high-level talents and promote creativity. By building a collaborative science and innovation community in the Greater Bay Area, SZBL strives to become the new global hub for life science.

For more information about SZBL, please visit our official websitehttps://en.szbl.ac.cn/.