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Institute of Molecular Biology

Director Position

  • Job Description
    1. Unit

      Institute of Molecular Biology

    2. JobTitle

      Director Position

    3. Job Category

      Research Fellow & Specialist

    4. Work Content

      Academia Sinica, Taiwan, invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB). The initial appointment is for a period of three years and is renewable for a second term; if necessary for reasons of academic development and upon approval by the President of Academia Sinica, the Director may serve a third term. The position carries the title of Research Fellow or Distinguished Research Fellow (equivalent to Professor or Distinguished Professor).

      As the pre-eminent academic institution in Taiwan, Academia Sinica is devoted to basic and applied research in mathematics and physical sciences, life sciences, and humanities and social sciences. IMB, comprising 30 faculty members, conducts fundamental research to advance the understanding of biological processes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Research at IMB spans diverse and interconnected areas of contemporary biology, integrating molecular, structural, imaging, and systems approaches to investigate complex biological questions. IMB is well funded and equipped with modern research facilities. It maintains a high research standard with an excellent publication record. For details about Academia Sinica and IMB, please consult the websites below:
      http://www.sinica.edu.tw
      https://www.imb.sinica.edu.tw/en/

    5. Qualifications

      Interested candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent degree, with outstanding research accomplishments and demonstrated leadership experience. Besides conducting a vigorous research program, the successful candidate is expected to build on the existing strengths of the institution, develop new research thrusts, promote basic biological sciences, and provide intellectual leadership in basic and applied life sciences in Taiwan. Academia Sinica is a vibrant and diverse research campus with about 10% international scientists at all levels where English is commonplace. Mandarin speaking ability is useful but not required.

  • Working Environment
    1. Operating Hours

      Comply with Academia Sinica regulations

    2. Work Place

      Institute of Molecular Biology Academia Sinica, Taiwan

    3. Treatment

      Comply with Academia Sinica regulations

    4. Reference Site https://www.imb.sinica.edu.tw/en/
  • Acceptance Method
    1. Contacts

      Director Search Committee, Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica

    2. Contact Address

      Institute of Molecular Biology Academia Sinica, Taiwan

    3. Contact Telephone

      Please email us

    4. Email pywang@as.edu.tw
    5. Required Documents

      Applications, including a complete curriculum vitae, a publication list, and three letters of recommendation, should be submitted to the Director Search Committee, Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica, 128 Academia Road, Section 2, Nankang, Taipei 115, Taiwan or by email to pywang@as.edu.tw. Nominations including a brief CV of the candidate are also welcome. For full consideration, please send in the application by September 15, 2026. The selection process will continue until the position is filled.

    6. Precautions for application

  • Date
    1. Publication Date

      2026-07-14

    2. Expiration Date

      2026-09-15

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