Fuyao University of Science and Technology (FYUST) is a new non-profit private research university located in Fuzhou, Fujian, established by Mr. Cao Dewang, a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist. FYUST is building a dynamic, world-class environment for research and education in life and health sciences, engineering, and technology.

The School of Life and Health Sciences is committed to advancing medical innovation in Neuroscience and Brain Health bridging the gap between original discoveries and practical real-world applications. Our goal is to leverage FYUST’s research capabilities to drive progress in health sciences and human health.

We are actively recruiting exceptional scientists to lead robust independent research programs in “X-Brain-Y” Interdisciplinary fields including, but not limited to:

• Regulation of brain development and mechnisms of brain diseases

• Decoding brain function (Intrinsic neural circuits, brain-organ interactions)

• Diagnosis and treatment of brain disorders (Neurodegenerative, neurodevelopmental, and immune and metabolic diseases; AI, and brain-computer interfaces)

• Health big data analytics and advanced intelligent diagnostics/therapeutics

Candidates must hold an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, with postdoctoral experience and a strong record of research accomplishments in fields such as:

• Neuroscience / brain science

• Developmental biology, genetics, microbiology

• Computational neurobiology

• Interdisciplinary fields including biotechnology and neural engineering

Faculty positions are available at multiple levels: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. Each position offers an internationally competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including generous on-campus housing options. Appointees will receive ample laboratory space, state-of-the-art equipment, and sustained research support that each research program can aim to expand the boundaries of human knowledge. Collaborations with industry are strongly encouraged.

Interested candidates should submit a complete application package in English as a single PDF file to: william.xie@fyust.edu.cn，talents@fyust.edu.cn

Subject Line Format: [Your Name] – Application for School of Life and Health Sciences

Application Materials:

• One-page cover letter

• Updated CV including full publication list and Google Scholar profile link

• Research statement summarizing accomplishments and future plans (3-5 pages)

• Three reference letters sent directly by referees to the email above

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until all positions are filled. For further information, please contact: talents@fyust.edu.cn, or william.xie@fyust.edu.cn

About Fuyao University of Science and Technology (FYUST)

Fuyao University of Science and Technology (FYUST) is a new type of non-profit privat research-oriented university founded by Mr. Cao Dewang, a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist. Officially approved by the Ministry of China on February 21, 2025, FYUST was established with a dual mission: to pursue cutting-edge scientific discovery and technological innovation, and to firmly root these advancements in humanistic values aimed at promoting social progress and human well-being.

While striving to become a world-class institution, FYUST is dedicated to attracting leading global scholars, developing advanced disciplines, and cultivating future leaders who are not only technically excellent but also socially responsible and ethically grounded. Within the next 10 to 15 years, FYUST aims to achieve globally recognized research excellence in selected fields, delivering fundamental breakthroughs and fostering technological translation. Beyond academic and industrial impact, the university is committed to advancing human welfare through inclusive innovation, sustainable development, and the ethical application of technology, embodying the vision that scientific progress should serve humanity and foster a more equitable and prosperous world.