Key Recruitment Fields
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Sustainability and Circular Economy
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Smart Agriculture, and Bio-medical Sciences
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Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Bio-industrial Mechatronics Engineering
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Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences
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Data-driven, interdisciplinary technologies
Salary and Supports
Talent Recruitment Information
Position Type
Full-time faculty
Fields of Expertise & Estimated openings:
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Advanced Engineering & Digital Technologies
(AI, LLM, Semiconductors, or Smart Manufacturing)
Estimated openings: 9 positions -
Sustainability & Circular Economy
(Environment, Carbon Reduction, or Sustainable Agriculture)
Estimated openings: 13 positions -
Smart Agriculture & Bio-Medical Sciences
(Biotechnology, Veterinary Medicine, Food Science)
Estimated openings: 16 positions -
Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Management
(Culture, Law, Data & Management)
Estimated openings: 6 positions
Qualifications:
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A Ph.D. degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.
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Ability to deliver instruction in English.
Researcher
Fields of Expertise & Estimated openings:
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Soil and Water Conservation, Hydraulic and River Engineering, Nature-based Solutions, Disaster Prevention
Estimated openings: 3 positions -
Food Science, Applied Biotechnology, Bioproduct Development
Estimated openings: 3 positions
Qualifications:
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A Ph.D. degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.
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Relevant laboratory experience.
Required Documents
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Curriculum Vitae (CV), including academic background, professional experience, research interests, publication list, and courses the applicant is able to teach.
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Cover letter or statement outlining teaching and research interests and plans.
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Copies of academic degree certificates and official transcripts.
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Doctoral dissertation abstract (if applicable).
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List of publications and representative academic works.
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Selected representative publications or reprints.
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Letters of recommendation (typically two to three)
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Additional supporting materials (e.g., teaching portfolio, grants, awards, industry–academia collaboration, or professional certifications).
Compensation and Support
Base Salary
National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) offers a transparent and stable compensation system for faculty members. Salaries follow Taiwan’s national pay scale for public universities
Bonus Salary
Beyond the standard salary, NCHU offers newly appointed faculty members an additional monthly bonus of approximately USD 500–1,000 for up to 3 years, awarded in accordance with performance and professional qualifications.
Teaching Load Flexibility and Academic Development Support
Newly appointed faculty may apply for reduced teaching loads during their first two years. Additional flexibility is available during pregnancy and early childcare periods
Support for Internationalized and Innovative Teaching
The University promotes English-medium instruction (EMI) and innovative teaching through institutional support for curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, and teaching excellence.
Strong Start-Up and Early-Career Research Funding
NCHU provides generous start-up funding for newly appointed faculty, along with competitive research and equipment co-funding to support early-stage research and sustained productivity.
Incentives for Publications and International Conferences
Faculty receive cash awards for major-author publications and financial support to attend and present at international conferences, encouraging high-impact research and global engagement.
Affordable Housing and Family Support
NCHU offers high-quality, low-cost on-campus housing, as well as accessible childcare and infant care services, supporting faculty with families and easing daily living needs.
One-Stop Support for International Faculty
NCHU supports international faculty through the Office of International Administrative Support (OIAS) as a one-stop service office, together with the International Students and Scholar Services (ISSS), providing coordinated assistance for onboarding, administrative procedures, and daily settlement needs.
Other Benefits & Resources
Teaching Support
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Teaching load reduction: Reduced teaching loads available during the first two years of appointment and during pregnancy.
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English-medium instruction (EMI) support: Reward for teaching professional English courses.
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Innovative teaching recognition: Digital, blended, flipped, and approved distance-learning courses are recognized within teaching workload and rewarded.
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Teaching innovation grants: Competitive funding for teaching innovation, curriculum development, and teaching-related research.
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Teaching excellence awards: Institutional recognition and rewards for outstanding teaching performance.
Research Support
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Start-up funding: Support for new faculty to establish teaching and research activities. (Up to approx. USD 30,000)
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Early-career research and equipment grants: Competitive funding for research development and major equipment acquisition. (Up to approx. USD 60,000)
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Outstanding Young Scholar Huai-Bi Research Award: Competitive award recognizing outstanding young researchers. (Up to approx. USD 10,000)
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Research performance rewards: Incentives for high-quality publications and books. (Up to approx. USD 8,500 per year)
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Publication fee subsidies: Support for publication fees in top-tier international journals. (Up to approx. USD 1,300 per paper; annual cap approx. USD 3,000)
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International academic engagement support: Funding for international conferences, academic events, and visiting scholars. (Travel support up to approx. USD 1,500 per year)
Employee Benefits
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Faculty Well-Being and Work–Life Accommodation Framework: The University implements structured accommodation measures to support faculty members at different life stages, including:
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Pregnancy-Related Accommodations: Provision of designated parking spaces during pregnancy.
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Teaching Load Flexibility: Adjustments to teaching responsibilities during pregnancy and the early childcare period.
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Access to Affiliated Education Services: Availability of nearby university-affiliated baby & childcare and kindergarten.
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Faculty Housing Provision: Priority access to various styles of university faculty housing
Additional Support
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International Faculty Integration and Support Framework: The University provides structured support to facilitate the smooth integration of international faculty, including:
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One-Stop Administrative Support: Centralized assistance for administrative procedures and daily-life matters.
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Onboarding Assistance: Part-time assistant support for newly appointed international faculty during their first year.
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Faculty Networking and Exchange: Annual networking and exchange activities for international faculty and researchers.
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Ongoing Transition Support: Regular follow-up and check-ins to support newly appointed international faculty during their transition period.
Recruitment Website
Faculty recruitment information is currently being coordinated at the university level. Inquiries may be directed to the designated contact person below.
Contact Name / Title
Kao / Administrative Coordinator
Contact Phone Number
+886-4-2284-0206#19
Key Statistics
Total Number of Students (As of Fall Semester 2025)
• Total Number of Students: 15,899
Domestic Students
Bachelor’s: 8,594
Master’s: 5,655
Doctoral: 859
Overseas Chinese Students
Bachelor’s: 204
Master’s: 18
Doctoral: 11
Students from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau
Bachelor’s: 45
Master’s: 26
Doctoral: 11
International Students
Bachelor’s: 106
Master’s: 177
Doctoral: 193
Total Number of Faculty, Research, and Administrative Staff(As of Fall Semester 2025)
1,684
Faculty, Research, and Administrative Staff Breakdown
Domestic
Faculty: 847
Administrative Staff: 670
Researcher: 84
International
Faculty: 47
Administrative Staff: 6
Researcher: 30
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
1:17
Percentage of EMI Courses
12.40%
Number of Research Centers
15
Average Citations per Paper
12.1 (Scopus, 2020 to 2024)
Highlights & Distinctive Features
Key Highlights
A Comprehensive Research University and Regional Leader
National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) is a comprehensive, research-oriented public university and the leading academic institution in central Taiwan, with established strengths in agriculture, life sciences, engineering, and interdisciplinary researches. For over ten consecutive years, the university has consistently ranked in the top five of the Ministry of Education’s Higher Education Sprout Project funding.
Internationally Recognized Research Performance
As of January 2025, NCHU has 11 academic fields ranked in the global top 1% by Essential Science Indicators (ESI), spanning agriculture, life sciences, engineering, medicine, social sciences, and environmental studies. Microbiology entered the top 1% for the first time, reflecting sustained research momentum.
Global Recognition for Sustainability Impact
In the 2024 Impact Rankings released by Times Higher Education, NCHU was ranked among the world’s top 201–300 universities, with five SDGs placed in the global top 101–200, demonstrating strong international visibility in sustainability, food security, clean energy, biodiversity, and global partnership.
Leadership of Taiwan’s Largest Inter-University Research Alliance
As the lead institution of the National University System of Taiwan (NUST), NCHU coordinates collaboration among 15 national universities, expanding shared teaching & research resources, facilities, and interdisciplinary talent development.
National Flagship Platforms in Sustainability and One Health
NCHU hosts Taiwan’s only Academy of Circular Economy and is one of only two universities nationwide to implement a comprehensive One Health framework, integrating agriculture, veterinary medicine, medicine, and environmental sciences in response to sustainability and health challenges.
Extensive Research Infrastructure and Field-Based Capacity
NCHU comprises twelve colleges and maintains research facilities beyond its main campus, including Chung-Hsing New Village, experimental farms and forest research stations across Taiwan, supporting large-scale, long-term research in agriculture, ecology, and environmental sciences.
Strength in Advanced Engineering and Industrial Innovation
NCHU hosts the Smart Manufacturing Integrated Talent & Technology Training Base, the largest campus-based smart manufacturing training platform in Taiwan, focusing on artificial intelligence, semiconductors, next-generation communications, and industrial digitalization through close industry collaboration.
College / School Highlights
Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Medicine
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is a top-tier agricultural college in Taiwan, ranked among the world’s top 150, anchoring ESI top 1% fields in Agricultural Sciences and Plant & Animal Sciences, with three fully English-taught degree programs and nationwide field research platforms. Its academic focus integrates agricultural biotechnology, food security, climate resilience, and smart agriculture, supported by large-scale experimental farms and 4 forest stations across Taiwan.
College of Veterinary Medicine
College of Veterinary Medicine is the first and largest veterinary school in Taiwan, serving as the core of NCHU’s One Health framework and supporting nationally and internationally recognized research in animal, public, and environmental health. The College has established Taiwan’s first dual-degree post-baccalaureate DVM program with USA KSU and ISU. Many graduates obtain U.S. veterinary licensure and pursue international practice.
College of Life Sciences
College of Life Sciences focuses on interdisciplinary life science research integrating biotechnology, omics, and data-driven approaches, contributing to ESI top 1% performance in Biology & Biochemistry and internationally co-authored research in biomedical and agricultural applications.
College of Medicine
College of Medicine is one of Taiwan’s newly established post-baccalaureate medical programs and the only public medical college in central Taiwan, collaborating with four affiliated teaching hospitals, including two major medical centers (Taichung Veteran Hospital, Changhua Christian Hospital), to advance holistic medicine, smart healthcare, and clinically oriented education and research.
Academy of Circular Economy
Academy of Circular Economy dedicated to agriculture–industry integration, circular economy, and net-zero innovation, advancing sustainability research and talent cultivation aligned with the UN SDGs. As Taiwan’s first Academy of Circular Economy, it partners with leading enterprises, including AIDC, to co-create industrial solutions.
Science, Engineering, and Digital Technologies
College of Science
College of Science advances precision health–oriented chemistry, net-zero and green chemistry, and AI-enabled mathematics and statistical modeling, with Chemistry ranked in the ESI global top 1%.
College of Engineering
College of Engineering, IEET accredited, anchors intelligent manufacturing, smart materials, and smart infrastructure through Taiwan’s largest campus-based full-line smart manufacturing training base, with four QS-ranked engineering subjects and 31 faculty listed among Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists.
College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science specializes in artificial intelligence, information security, smart sensing, and applied digital technologies, supported by regional semiconductor and industry–academia research platforms.
Humanities, Management, and Social Sciences
College of Liberal Arts
College of Liberal Arts focuses on digital humanities and Taiwan studies, integrating cultural research with emerging technologies, and is strategically expanding into archaeology and university–industry collaboration.
College of Management
College of Management is an AACSB-accredited business school with strengths in digital transformation, data analytics, and sustainability-oriented management, with subject-level global recognition in QS rankings.
College of Law and Politics
College of Law and Politics hosts a nationally distinctive, research-oriented Graduate Institute of Teacher Professional Development, focusing on policy, governance, and education-related research.
International College of Innovation and Industry Liaison
International College of Innovation and Industry Liaison dedicated to community-oriented lifelong learning and applied education, supporting regional engagement, workforce upskilling, and continuing education.
International Collaboration Highlights
People-Centered, Long-Term Partnerships
NCHU prioritizes people-centered international collaboration that enables sustained faculty mobility, joint research, and co-supervision. Partnerships are designed around structured mechanisms rather than symbolic agreements, ensuring continuity and measurable academic outcomes.
Global Degree and Mobility Networks
NCHU has established sister-university relationships with 443 institutions across 50 countries encompassing all 5 continents, and maintains dual-degree agreements with 42 overseas universities.
Flagship Institutional Partnerships
NCHU maintains flagship collaborations with leading institutions across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Australia, including numerous partner universities ranked within the QS Top 300, many of which are in the Top 100.
Active Research and Teaching Exchange Platforms
Regularly co-hosted international symposia and research forums in areas such as agricultural biotechnology and sustainable agriculture function as recurring exchange platforms. Key spot lights include annual conference held between UC. Davis and Texas A&M university for more than 10 years.
Attracting World-Class Faculty and Emerging Scholars
Through national talent programs such as Yushan Fellows and Yushan Young Fellows, NCHU recruits more than 10 distinguished international scholars in strategic fields including agriculture and food biotechnology, smart manufacturing, healthcare, green energy, and sustainability-related social sciences.
Immersive Language and Cultural Programs
Under the Mandarin Excellence Program, NCHU partners with 5 US and 1 European university including Brigham Young University, University of Texas at Dallas, City University of New York, to host three-month immersive Mandarin programs.
Research & Industry Collaboration Highlights
Mission-Driven Translational Research Platforms
NCHU integrates fundamental research, applied innovation, and industry collaboration through mission-driven research platforms that emphasize interdisciplinary integration and translational impact.
Scalable Industry–University Innovation Ecosystem
The University has established a comprehensive innovation and entrepreneurship infrastructure that supports faculty–student teams from early-stage research to commercialization, including the Startup@NCHU Innovation Center, which lowers barriers for academic spin-offs and industry engagement.
Regional and Cross-Institutional Industry Linkages
NCHU co-founded the Taiwan Gloria Center with partner institutions to strengthen coordinated industry–university collaboration across central Taiwan, enhancing regional innovation capacity and shared research services.
Five Strategic Domains of Industry Collaboration
Industry–academia collaboration is concentrated in five priority areas aligned with national and global needs:
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Agri-food biotechnology and smart sustainable agriculture
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Smart manufacturing and industrial digitalization
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Healthcare and medical biotechnology
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Green energy and carbon reduction
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Information security and AIoT systems
Nationally Recognized Research Centers and Flagship Projects
NCHU leads multiple nationally funded research centers in plant, food crop, animal, and sustainable agriculture biotechnology, and serves as a hub for AI-enabled, cross-disciplinary research spanning agriculture, engineering, data science, and applied technologies.
Together, these platforms position NCHU as a translational research hub where international scholars can engage in industry-linked research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and applied innovation within Asia’s rapidly evolving scientific and industrial landscape.
University-level Research Center Highlights
Interdisciplinary Research Platforms
NCHU operates a comprehensive portfolio of university-level research centers that integrate resources across colleges, serving as core platforms for interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Veterinary Medicine
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Biotechnology Center
The University’s primary interdisciplinary research hub in agriculture, life sciences, and biotechnology, integrating resources across colleges and supporting national- and international-level research in agri-biotechnology, biomedical science, and bio-industry development. -
Innovative Research Centers focus on biotechnology, agricultural innovation, and product authentication include:
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Advanced Plant and Food Crop Biotechnology Center
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iEGG and Animal Biotechnology Center
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Innovation and Development Center of Sustainable Agriculture (IDCSA)
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Smart Sustainable New Agriculture Research Center
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Innovative Center on Sustainable Negative-Carbon Resources
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Advanced Engineering, Frontier Science, and Digital Technologies
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Center for Advanced Science and Technology (iCAST)
NCHU’s flagship research platform for advanced engineering and frontier science, supporting interdisciplinary innovation in intelligent manufacturing, emerging technologies, and applied semiconductor researches. -
Research centers spanning science, engineering, and electrical engineering and computer science include:
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ENABLE Center (ENgineering in Agriculture Biotech LEadership)
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Big Data Center
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Taiwan Information Security Center (TWISC)
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Humanities and Social Sciences
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Advanced Research Center for Humanities and Social Sciences (ARCHS)
The University’s central platform for interdisciplinary humanities and social sciences research, supporting policy-oriented studies, social engagement, and University Social Responsibility (USR) initiatives. -
Li Ang (李昂) Museum
Taiwan’s first university-established archive and exhibition dedicated to contemporary female writer, integrating manuscripts, rare historical materials, and a pioneering digital humanities platform that combines archival research with interactive digital, AR, and VR applications.
A Scalable Entry Point for International Scholars
Together, these centers provide international faculty with immediate access to national-level research infrastructure, interdisciplinary teams, and globally connected research agendas.
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