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Jiangsu Surun Talent Development Group Co., Ltd.

Jiangsu Surun Talent Development Group Co., Ltd.

Scientist

London Remote OK 10+ yrs exp Technology, Information and Internet 16 employeesUSD100k – USD300k / year
Original ResearchAcademic PublishingStrategic InnovationR&D LeadershipCollaboration

Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD and possess a strong track record of publications or R&D leadership. Depending on the track, requirements range from postdoctoral experience to senior academic or industry leadership roles.

Job Description

📢 GLOBAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH: International Research & Innovation Talent


Surun Talent is partnering with leading universities, national labs, innovation centers, and high-tech enterprises to recruit world-class researchers and technology experts for nationally supported Talent Programs.

Since 2008, these flagship initiatives have been established to attract exceptional global scholars and accelerate breakthroughs in frontier science and strategic industries. We are currently conducting a global search for outstanding candidates at all career stages.


Open Positions & Candidate Profiles

1. Innovation Talent (Senior / Executive Level)

For established academic or industry R&D leaders.

Requirements:

• PhD required.

• Profile: Associate Professor (or higher) at an overseas university OR senior technical/R&D leadership in a multinational corporation OR documented collaboration with Chinese enterprises.

• Recognized expertise in a strategic or emerging field.


2. Young Talent (Early-to-Mid Career)

For rising researchers with strong academic potential.

Requirements:

• PhD required.

• ~3 years of overseas research experience (flexible for exceptional candidates).

• Profile: Postdoc, Assistant Professor, or equivalent experience.


3. Postdoctoral Talent Program

For emerging researchers with a strong track record.

Requirements:

• PhD in a top-ranked discipline (preferred).

• Strong publication record or recognized achievements.


Priority Research Areas

STEM | Artificial Intelligence | Advanced Manufacturing | New Materials | Nanotechnology | Biomedicine | Pharmaceuticals | New Energy | EVs | Environmental Science | Sustainability | Digital Economy | Data Science | Agriculture | Life Sciences | Strategic Tech | Semiconductor | Robots | Logistics | Ships and Vessels |


Salary & Benefits:

• Housing assistance or fully furnished accommodation.

• Comprehensive healthcare, social security, and family support.

• Multiple-entry long-term work visas.

• Institutional support to build independent research teams and labs.


Roles & Locations

Position: Research Fellow / Talent Program Candidate

Location: Multiple partner universities, labs, and institutions across China


Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and lead high-impact, original research.

• Publish in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals.

• Collaborate with leading domestic and international research teams.

• Contribute to academic development and strategic innovation initiatives.


How to Apply

Please submit the following documents remotely:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with full publication list.

• Degree certificates (PhD, etc.).

• Proof of employment (if applicable).

• Key publications, patents, or research outcomes.

• Optional: Recommendation letters, awards, or grants.


📬 For inquiries and submissions, please contact our Executive Search Division:

tian.ju@suruntalent.com

Early submission is strongly recommended as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Education

Postgraduate Degree

Skills

Original ResearchAcademic PublishingStrategic InnovationR&D LeadershipCollaborationTechnical LeadershipGrant WritingLaboratory Management

About Jiangsu Surun Talent Development Group Co., Ltd.

Jiangsu Surun Talent Development Group Co., Ltd. (Surun Talent Group), founded in 2022 and headquartered in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, is a leading enterprise in the science and technology service industry, specializing in talent introduction, cultivation, and innovation empowerment. Guided by the mission “Driving Innovation with Global Talent — Serving the Nation, Empowering Talents,” Surun Talent Group builds an integrated platform connecting talent, technology, and industry, providing professional solutions for governments, enterprises, and high-level talents. Core Services - Governments: investment attraction, global talent recruitment, innovation ecosystem development. - Talents: career planning, policy consulting, entrepreneurship incubation. - Enterprises: technology consulting, innovation enhancement, and R&D transformation. Strategic Framework — “1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + X” - One Cloud: global talent recruitment platform. - Two Wings: talent cultivation and technological innovation empowerment. - Three Centers: Market, Operations, Administration. - Four Regions: rooted in Jiangsu Province with coordinated regional presence. - Five Continents: worldwide partnership network across regions. - X Expert Pool: database of experts providing comprehensive intellectual support. Surun Talent Group has delivered full-chain innovation services to 50+ regional governments, 100+ high-level talent innovation projects, and 800+ overseas PhDs, supporting their professional development and career paths in China. The Group has operated three innovation hubs, incubated 100+ technology projects, and facilitated over RMB 5 billion in technology achievement transformation. Leveraging its platform and policy expertise, Surun Talent Group continues to build a talent-driven, innovation-powered ecosystem connecting China and the world.