Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

The Institute of Atmospheric Physics (IAP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) is the very first and foremost scientific research Institute carrying out meteorological research in modern China, and is a comprehensive atmospheric research institution, covering all aspects of the atmospheric sciences. IAP is committed to studying and exploring new laws governing the interaction between physical, chemical and biological processes in the atmosphere and other spheres of the Earth system, and striving to advance theories, methods and the provision of technology to facilitate the monitoring and forecasting of weather, climate and environmental conditions. With a focus on both the world’s scientific and technological frontiers and Chinese national strategic needs, the IAP’s research supports the development of meteorology, marine resources, the ecological environment, agriculture, aerospace, water conservation, resources, healthcare, and other industries, making a new, fundamental, strategic and forward-looking contribution to disaster prevention and mitigation, the response to global changes, and the sustainable development of the economy and society.

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We are looking for outstanding young talents with expertise on one or more of the following research fields:
(1) Atmospheric Chemistry and Aerosols
(2) Atmospheric Vertical Observation and Instrument Development
(3) Cross-Layer Multiscale Physical and Chemical Processes
(4) Extreme Weather and Climate Prediction with Artificial Intelligence
(5) Migration and Transformation Patterns and Mechanisms of Reactive Nitrogen in Atmosphere-Soil-Biosphere Interfaces

Cooperative supervisors:
Prof. Hang Su is the director of State Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment and Extreme Meteorology, IAP, CAS. He is a recipient of the National Overseas High-Level Talents Introduction Plan. He is also a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and serves as the chief scientist for the Leading Project. His primary research interests include atmospheric physicochemical mechanisms, numerical simulation of weather-pollution interactions, and assessment of the impacts of air pollution and climate change.
Dr. Yuxuan Zhang is an associate professor at the IAP, CAS. She was recruited under the B category of the Chinese Academy of Sciences BR Talent Program. Her primary research focuses on the environmental and climatic effects of black carbon aerosols, interactions between atmospheric physical and chemical processes, aerosol-cloud interactions, and atmospheric observations.
Dr. Guo Li is an associate professor at the IAP, CAS. He was recruited under the B category of the Chinese Academy of Sciences BR Talent Program and holds a Ph.D. from the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Germany. His main research focuses on the dynamics and mechanisms of atmospheric surface heterogeneous reactions, as well as the development and application of measurement techniques for atmospheric aerosol acidity.
Dr. Rui Wang is an associate professor at the IAP, CAS. Her primary research focus is on soil nitrogen cycling and the processes and mechanisms of reducing reactive nitrogen gas emissions.

The postdoctoral positions are within the group of Atmospheric Physicochemical Mechanisms and Numerical simulations, the State Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment and Extreme Meteorology, Institute of Atmospheric Physics (IAP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). The projects supporting postdoctoral positions include the Chinese Academy of Sciences Leading Project, the National Overseas High-Level Talents Program, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences Talent Introduction Program.

Compensation package and support:
(1) Social insurance and housing provident fund contributions will be provided, and arrangements for settling down in Beijing will be made according to the Beijing municipal postdoctoral management policy.
(2) Encouragement and recommendation for applying to various projects such as the “Special Research Assistant Funding Project of the Chinese Academy of Sciences” (with funding of 600,000 RMB over 2 years), the National “Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program,” and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation.
(3) Exceptional individuals may be prioritized for recommendation to apply for research fellow positions of IAP and various talent projects.
(4) Competitive annual salary

Applicants are kindly requested to submit their curriculum vitae (including educational background from university onwards, a brief introduction of academic work and achievements, list of publications, and any other relevant information demonstrating individual capabilities) via email to zhangyuxuan@mail.iap.ac.cn. Please indicate “Postdoctoral Application – [Your Name] – [Graduating Institution] – [Date of Entry]” in the email subject line.