We seek an accomplished public health researcher to serve in a distinctive dual role as a research-focused faculty member and a methodological leader within our Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) laboratory. This individual will drive the development of novel statistical methodologies for evidence synthesis and translation while providing scientific oversight and management for core methodological functions.

A central and strategic component of this leadership role is to serve as the primary biostatistical and methodological authority for the UNNC GRADE Centre. The successful candidate will ensure the statistical rigour, innovation, and integrity of all evidence assessments conducted by the centre, directly impacting the development of trusted clinical guidelines and health policies.

As this is a senior leadership position, candidates are expected to demonstrate significant relevant leadership experience. As the role also requires regular communication with key stakeholders in China, fluency in both English and Chinese is essential.

The UNNC GRADE Centre, which is part of the Cochrane China Network, is a dedicated unit focused on the rigorous evaluation of scientific evidence to inform clinical practice and policy. It specialises in applying the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluations) framework to assess the certainty of evidence and strength of recommendations in healthcare. The Centre works closely with national and international bodies to produce transparent, systematic, and trustworthy guidelines.

The successful candidate will be offered a fixed term contract until 31 July 2030. The remuneration package for the successful candidate will include a competitive salary package, as well as accommodation allowance, health insurance, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave.

Key Responsibilities

Methodological Leadership & GRADE Centre Oversight

• Serve as the chief biostatistical and methodological authority for the UNNC GRADE Centre.
• Lead and supervise evidence assessments, ensuring statistical rigour, innovation, and integrity across all GRADE-based evaluations.
• Provide expert guidance on complex evidence synthesis, meta-analysis, network meta-analysis, and the application of the GRADE framework to guideline development groups.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (including Cochrane entities and policy bodies) to advance the quality and usability of evidence-informed recommendations.

Research & Innovation

• Develop and apply novel statistical methodologies for evidence synthesis, evidence translation, and certainty-of-evidence rating.
• Lead a programme of independent and collaborative research that addresses methodological challenges in public health and clinical guideline development.
• Publish high-impact research in leading epidemiology, biostatistics, and evidence-based medicine journals.

Faculty & Laboratory Duties

• Contribute to the academic and research culture of the Evidence Based Medicine Lab, including mentoring junior researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and PhD students.
• Seek and secure external research funding from national and international sources.
• Engage in appropriate teaching and supervision of graduate-level courses in evidence synthesis, biostatistics, or research methods (as aligned with faculty expectations).

About You

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in evidence synthesis methods, including meta-analysis, network meta-analysis, and handling of complex or real-world data.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with the GRADE framework for assessing certainty of evidence and strength of recommendations.
• Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in statistical methodology, evidence synthesis, or clinical epidemiology.
• Experience providing methodological leadership or consultation for guideline development, health technology assessment, or policy-oriented evidence reviews.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplinary and cultural boundaries.
• Experience working within a Cochrane centre, GRADE working group, or similar evidence synthesis organisation.
• Record of successful research grant applications as principal investigator or co-investigator.
• Prior experience in a dual academic/leadership role within a research centre.

About Us

Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in 22 years.

The University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.

Important Notice

The University is currently undertaking maintenance and updates to its recruitment system in line with cyber security measures. As a result, the online application submission function is temporarily unavailable to external applicants. Vacancy details remain available for viewing, and the University continues to welcome applications for all advertised positions.

How to Apply

Applicants wishing to apply for a vacancy are invited to submit the following documents by email to job@nottingham.edu.cn before 23:59 Beijing Time, 10 July 2026

• Vacancy reference number and position title.
• Application form.
• A cover letter clearly addressing the dual research and methodological leadership requirements.
• A full curriculum vitae including a list of publications and research grants.
• A research statement (max 3 pages) outlining past methodological contributions and future plans for advancing evidence synthesis and GRADE methodology.
• Names and contact details of three academic referees.

Equality and Diversity

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

Closing Date: 10 Jul 2026
Category: Academic Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in China.

University of Nottingham Ningbo China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.

About the School/Department

This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Computer Science (www.nottingham.edu.cn/go/cs) within the Faculty of Science & Engineering based at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC). The School of Computer Science at UNNC is part of the School of Computer Science at the University of Nottingham, UK, which is ranked among the top UK Computer Science departments (http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/computerscience/). The School at UNNC offers a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate computer science programmes. Supported by major research grants, the School of Computer Science at UNNC is developing strong research in areas including Big Data and Visual Analytics, Computational Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Implementation and Testing, and their applications in manufacturing, transport, healthcare and others.

About You

The position holder will teach core undergraduate and postgraduate computer science subjects, develop undergraduate and postgraduate computer science curriculums, perform world-class research and publish academic papers in prestigious international journals and conferences, supervise PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, obtain research grants and perform administrative duties as required.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support

Successful candidate will be offered a fixed-term contract for 5 years.

We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We offer international highly competitive salary package and you will have a range of benefits and entitlements, including accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave. You will be offered a wider range of Chinese talent schemes application opportunities based on the eligibility of application.

How to Apply

Applicants wishing to apply for a vacancy should submit the following documents by email to: job@nottingham.edu.cn before 23:59 (Beijing Time) on the closing date.

Please include:

• Vacancy reference number & title
• Application Form
• a cover letter
• an up-to-date CV
• a publication list
• A statement of teaching philosophy giving evidence of teaching excellence
• A research statement indicating your planned research activities as part of our department 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Dave Towey, Head of School of Computer Science at email: Dave.Towey@nottingham.edu.cn. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office via Email: job@nottingham.edu.cn, and please quote the reference of "184603".

Closing Date: 03 Aug 2026
Category: Academic Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in China.

About NUBS China

Nottingham University Business School China is an integral part of the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) and delivers world-class business programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, postdoctoral and executive levels. The Business School has been awarded the prestigious Triple Crown accreditation by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA-a distinction held by fewer than 1% of business schools worldwide.

NUBS China currently has over 3,621 Chinese and international students with around 894 enrolled in postgraduate programmes including PhD programme. We have a diverse international faculty of 120, based in Ningbo China, coming from 18 countries and regions. English is the medium of instruction of all our programmes. We have strengthened our focus on high impact research, customised executive education and high-quality teaching and are expanding our academic staff accordingly.  We have a vibrant research community emphasising research excellence.  NUBS China is an international academic gateway for research on business, finance and economics in China and a centre of expertise on Chinese firms going global.

About Us

Join a Distinctive British University in China. 

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in the dynamic coastal city of Ningbo, our award-winning campus offers a world-class British-style education and has grown rapidly to become a thriving community of over 10,000 students in just 22 years.

As a key part of UNNC, Nottingham University Business School China is an integral part of the Nottingham University Business School. We offer the same internationally recognised degrees as our UK counterpart, maintaining the academic rigor and global reputation of the University of Nottingham.

Nottingham University Business School China is a young and ambitious business school with a strong international outlook and a growing research profile. We are proud to be triple-accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA—a mark of excellence held by only a select group of business schools worldwide.

Your key responsibilities include:

• To take the lead on, plan, develop, and conduct individual and/or collaborative research objectives, projects, and proposals either as an individual or as part of a broader programme. 
• To act as the principal investigator on major research projects within the relevant field; investigate and devise new research methods, generate new research approaches, and contribute generally to the development of thought and practice in relevant fields.
• To establish a national reputation and regularly disseminate and explain research findings through leading peer-reviewed international publications (on a sustained basis), conferences, and other appropriate media.
• To deliver teaching across a range of modules or within a subject area, providing curriculum leadership within own area of expertise.
• Be responsible for the design of course modules and/or programmes of study in specialist areas and for their quality. Where appropriate identify the need for developing the content or structure of existing modules and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
• To supervise and examine Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD students.

About You

NUBS China seeks to appoint proactive, mature academics who are self-driven and results-oriented, resilient, and creative, with internationally recognised intellectual contributions in the relevant subject area.

• A PhD degree in Finance or a relevant subject area;
• Proven ability to plan and lead the delivery of research and teaching programmes;
• A track record of publishing in top-tier international journals appropriate to the level of the appointment;
• Experience in teaching, supervision, and/or development of executive education;
• Ability and passion to work in the multicultural environment of UNNC and to explore research opportunities in China; and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

We also look for academic leaders who have strong evidence of attracting research funding and/or leading research projects, proven ability to mentor junior researchers, and strong research networking to attract people and research funding. Editorial experience at leading international journals is advantageous.

Your Remuneration, Benefits, and Support

We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We offer international highly competitive salary package and you will have a range of benefits and entitlements, including accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave. You will be offered a wider range of Chinese talent schemes application opportunities based on the eligibility of application.

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit their applications via job@nottingham.edu.cn before 22 June 2026.

Applications should include, but are not limited to, the following:

• A cover letter (clearly indicating the level of the role you are applying for).
• An up-to-date CV
• A full publication list

Only applications submitted online at the designated link will be accepted. Unless specified otherwise, referees will be contacted prior to the interview. Interviews will take place in Ningbo, China, or online if travel to Ningbo is not feasible.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries regarding this role may be addressed to Xiaolan Zheng, Head of the Department of Finance, Accounting, and Economics (Email: xiaolan.zheng@nottingham.edu.cn).  If you are unable to apply online or have problems with online system, please contact the Human Resources Office (Tel: 86 574 8818 0000 – 8854; Email: Joyce.Shi@nottingham.edu.cn). 

Equality and Diversity

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities, and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

Closing Date: 22 Jun 2026
Category: Academic Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in China.