Call for Applications: Director, Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica

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Position

Call for Applications: Director, Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica

Employer

Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica

Homepage:

Location

Taipei, Taiwan

Sector

Academic

Type

Full time

Level

Experienced

Salary

Open

Preferred Education
PhD

Application deadline

1 December 2025

Posted

15 October 2025

Job Description
Academia Sinica invites applications and nominations for the position of
Director of the Institute of Earth Sciences (IES)
, with an anticipated start date of
May 1, 2026
.

The IES, established in 1982, is one of thirty-three institutes under Academia Sinica (AS), the premier research institution in Taiwan. The Institute is located in a dedicated six-story facility, with additional annexes, on the AS main campus in eastern Taipei. The current research staff comprises approximately
35 tenure-track scientists
, supported by
~40 postdoctoral fellows
, a
technical engineering team
, and
professional administrative personnel
.
See more information on website:

.
IES conducts cutting-edge research in
geophysics
and
geochemistry
, addressing both regional and global geoscientific problems. In geophysics, the Institute has developed recognized strengths in
seismology
,
tectonophysics
, and, more recently, in
geodesy
, with an emphasis on
GNSS
and
remote sensing
for active tectonic studies. The Institute operates and maintains several regional-scale
geophysical and geodetic monitoring networks
across Taiwan and Southeast Asia. In geochemistry, the Institute houses state-of-the-art analytical facilities supporting research in
isotope geochemistry
,
cosmochemistry
,
volcanology
,
orogenic processes
, and
crust-mantle evolution
. IES fosters an interdisciplinary research environment and maintains strong collaborations with domestic and international institutions.

Qualifications
The successful candidate is expected to:

  • Have a distinguished record of scientific achievement and scholarly publications in a relevant field (e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, geology, or a closely related discipline).
  • Be eligible for a senior-level research or faculty appointment within Academia Sinica.
  • Demonstrate proven leadership ability, with experience in academic or research administration.
  • Possess a clear vision for advancing the Institute's research missions and promoting international collaborations.

How to apply

Application Procedure
Applicants Should Submit The Following Documents In Electronic Format

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Complete list of publications
  • Statement of vision and goals for the Institute
  • Names and contact information of three or more referees

All materials should be sent to the
Search Committee
at:

Deadline for applications:
December 1, 2025
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