The Asia-Pacific Typhoon Collaborative Research Center (AP-TCRC) is a newly established international joint typhoon research unit, located in the Lingang Special Area of Shanghai, China. It is supported by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (the ESCAP)/WMO Typhoon Committee (the Committee) and hosted by the Shanghai Municipal Government of China and the China Meteorological Administration. It is a new type of research and development institution organized by the Shanghai Science and Technology Commission. It is also currently the only international typhoon joint research professional institution in the world.
AP-TCRC aims to strengthen scientific and technical cooperation with the Committee and other related international organizations. It provides a sustainable platform for conducting collaborative research on advanced sciences and key techniques in typhoon monitoring, typhoon forecasting and modelling, and typhoon-associated disaster prevention and mitigation. In addition, AP-TCRC actively works with the Committee to carry out technical training, publishing academic journals, and organizing international forums in all aspects related to typhoons.
In our endeavor to attract top-tier professionals and to enhance the Center’s typhoon research, we are now conducting a recruitment drive for both national and international talents. Below are detailed descriptions of the positions.
I. Positions
1. Asia-Pacific Distinguished Scholar
2. Asia-Pacific Elite Scholar
3. Asia-Pacific Young Scholar
4. System Development Engineer
5. Data Analysis Engineer (For details, see Attachment 2)
II. Basic conditions and requirements
1. Comply with national laws and regulations, and have a passion for the scientific research career.
2. Fields of study include Meteorology, Oceanography, Computer Science, Electronic Information, Remote Sensing, Mathematics, Physics, Mechanics, or related interdisciplinary fields.
3. Hold a master's degree or above.
4. Possess good professional ethics and a dedicated spirit, a solid work style, and a good team cooperation spirit; maintain scientific integrity, rigorous scholarship, uphold academic conscience, and adhere to academic standards.
III. Specific requirements and responsibilities for each position
(A) Asia-Pacific Distinguished Scholar
1. Requirements
a. Hold a doctoral degree, and in principle, be under the age of 60 (as of January 1, 2025). For exceptionally qualified candidates, the age limit may be waived.
b. Reach the level of senior professional and technical positions in first-class domestic or international research institutes or universities.
c. Overseas applicants should have at least 3 consecutive years (inclusive) of research experience in well-known overseas research institutions, universities, or large enterprise R&D institutions after obtaining their doctoral degree.
d. Domestic applicants should have at least 5 years (inclusive) of research experience in well-known research institutions, universities, or large enterprise R&D institutions after obtaining their doctoral degree, or have experience serving in a professorship or equivalent position, with experience in leading national-level scientific research projects.
2. Main responsibilities
a. Within the scope of the Research Guidebook of the AP-TCRC (Attachment 3), lead a team to carry out research tasks.
b. Take the lead or play a key role in the application and execution of various scientific research projects.
c. Undertake other academic work as required by the actual needs of the AP-TCRC.
(B) Asia-Pacific Elite Scholar
1. Requirements
a. Hold a doctoral degree, and in principle, be under the age of 45 (as of January 1, 2025).
b. Reach the level of associate senior (inclusive) or above professional and technical positions in first-class domestic or international research institutes or universities.
c. Priority will be given to those with experience in leading national-level scientific research projects.
2.Main responsibilities
a. Conduct relevant research tasks within the scope of the Research Guidebook of the AP-TCRC (Attachment 3).
b. Lead or participate in various scientific research projects.
c. Undertake other academic work as required by the actual needs of the AP-TCRC.
(C) Asia-Pacific Young Scholar
1. Requirements
a. Hold a full-time doctoral degree in related fields such as Meteorology, Oceanography, Physics, and Mechanics, or a full-time master's degree (inclusive) or above in related fields such as Computer Science, Remote Sensing, Electronics, Applied Mathematics, etc., and in principle, be under the age of 40 (as of January 1, 2025).
b. Experience in leading provincial or ministerial level (inclusive) scientific research projects is preferred; those with research or business work experience in the meteorological field will also be given priority.
c. If the doctoral research is directly related to typhoon and the research results have been published in a high-impact journal, there is no restriction on the specialization.
2.Main responsibilities
a. Conduct research tasks within the scope of the research direction guidelines of the Research Guidebook of the AP-TCRC (Attachment 3).
b. Lead or participate in various scientific research projects.
c. Undertake other academic work as required by the actual needs of the AP-TCRC.
(D) System Development Engineer
1. Requirements
a. Have a background in related fields such as Meteorology, Oceanography, Geographic Information Systems, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, or Computer Science, and hold a full-time master's degree (inclusive) or above, with the principle that the age should not exceed 40 years old (as of January 1, 2025).
b. Experience in participating in provincial or ministerial level (inclusive) scientific research projects is preferred; those with development experience in related industries such as Meteorology, Oceanography, or Disaster Prevention will also be given priority.
2.Main responsibilities
a. Participate in the research and development of typhoon and/or ocean meteorological business systems, construction, and maintenance of business service systems
b. Participate in the application, initiation, and execution of various scientific research projects;
c. Undertake other academic work as required by the actual needs of the AP-TCRC.
(E) Data Analysis Engineer
1. Requirements
a. Have a background in related fields such as Meteorology, Oceanography, Geographic Information Systems, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, or Computer Science, and hold a full-time master's degree (inclusive) or above, with the principle that the age should not exceed 40 years old (as of January 1, 2025).
b. Experience in participating in provincial or ministerial level (inclusive) scientific research projects (topics) is preferred. Those with development experience in related industries such as Meteorology, or Disaster Prevention will also be given priority.
2.Main responsibilities
a. Carrying out the application of artificial intelligence in typhoon big data centre, typhoon impact forecast risk warning and response strategy research and urban meteorological services, related product research and development, and business system construction.
b. Participate in the application, initiation, and execution of various scientific research projects.
c. Undertake other academic work as required by the actual needs of the AP-TCRC.
IV. Procedure
(A) Submission of application material
Applications are to be submitted via email. Applicants should send their application materials to the email address (zp-aptcrc@typhoon.org.cn) by 2359 Beijing time November 30, 2024. The materials to be provided include: the AP-TCRC Recruitment Application Form (Attachment 1), resume, copies of diploma, degree certificate, professional technical qualification certificate, papers, achievements, and other relevant certification materials.
(B) Qualification review
Based on the materials submitted by the applicants, a verification and review will be conducted to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria for the position. Those who do not meet the criteria will have their applications removed; those who do will be notified by email or phone to participate in an interview and, if deemed necessary, a written test.
(C) Assessment
All applicants will need to go through an interview, preferably face-to-face. Those with difficulty may apply for an online interview. A written test component may also be added if necessary. Applicants should bring their personal identification documents to the interview. Those who attend the interview online will need to show their personal identification documents when reporting to duty if an appointment is made.
(D) Physical examination and assessment
Shortlisted candidates must undergo a physical examination at a designated third-tier hospital within the specified time and provide proof of a qualified health examination. For those who pass the physical examination, the AP-TCRC will organize an assessment, mainly focusing on basic qualities and work capability.
(E) Public notice
Based on the results of the interview, written test, physical examination, and assessment, the AP-TCRC will determine the candidates to be employed, and the basic information of the candidates and the positions they are intended to fill will be publicly announced.
(F) Employment procedures
For those who have passed the qualification review, physical examination, and have no objections during the public notice period, the organization will sign an employment (labor) contract and handle the recruitment procedures.
V. Remuneration
The remuneration is based on the salary system plan approved by the AP-TCRC's Board of Directors, offering a competitive salary that is not lower than that of first-class universities and research institutes in China and is competitive internationally. The specific terms are negotiable and determined by the AP-TCRC on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the relevant policies and individual circumstances, eligible talents may enjoy benefits such as talent, tax, housing, children's education, and medical treatment provided by Shanghai and the Lingang Special Area.
VI. Disciplinary Requirements
The recruitment work must strictly adhere to the principles of "openness, equality, competition, and meritocracy". It should be conducted in accordance with policy regulations, qualification standards, and procedural requirements, with strict control and discipline. The recruitment process must resolutely eliminate and prevent any malpractices such as falsification and nepotism, and it should be open to supervision by relevant departments and the public. Those who violate the work discipline, including applicants, staff, and other related personnel, will be held strictly accountable in accordance with relevant regulations.
VII. Contact Information
Contact Person: Ms. Zhu
Telephone：021-64226117；15757362987
Email：zp-aptcrc@typhoon.org.cn
Attachments
· AP-TCRC Recruitment Application Form
· AP-TCRC 2024 Job Recruitment Plan
· Research Guidebook of the AP-TCRC
Asia-Pacific Typhoon Collaborative Research Center
30 September 2024
