Assistant Professor of Social Sciences

University of Nottingham Ningbo

Reference Number: 184415
Job Family: Academic
Contract Status: Full-Time
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Salary: RMB 450,190 – RMB 592,815 per annum (depending on skills and experience; progression beyond this scale subject to performance)

University: University of Nottingham Ningbo China
School: School of International Studies

About the Role

As the School of International Studies enters a sustained period of growth, we are looking for a talented scholar and teacher to help strengthen our new International Public Policy Program. The successful candidate should be available to start August 2026.

Applicants must have a completed PhD in Social and/or Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field by the start date.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to:

  • Teach courses in International Public Policy broadly defined

  • Teach survey courses in Public Policy, Public and Comparative Administration, Public Ethics

  • Contribute to broader teaching in International Studies

Especially attractive will be candidates with:

  • Track record in quantitative research methods, policy analysis, implementation, and evaluation

  • Expertise in health policy, data science

  • Interest in developing experiential and career-focused learning pedagogy

Expected responsibilities include teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and where applicable, PhD supervision.

Candidates must also show evidence of research expertise in Public and/or Social Policy, Public Administration broadly understood, with a demonstrable ability to undertake and publish excellent research and potential for grant capture.

Additional responsibilities:

  • Identifying new opportunities to enhance the quality of education and student experience

  • Contributing actively to the Center for Advanced International Studies, Sino-European Key Lab, and university key research priority areas such as Sustainable Development

  • Carrying out administrative duties and representing the School within and outside the University as directed by the Head of School

About Us

Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award-winning campus offers a UK-style education and has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in just 21 years.

Remuneration, Benefits, and Support

The successful candidate will be offered a fixed-term contract for up to 5 years, which may be extended by mutual agreement.

  • Salary: RMB 450,190 – RMB 592,815 per annum (progression beyond this subject to performance)

  • Benefits: accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, paid annual leave

  • Additional opportunities: eligibility for Chinese talent schemes based on individual application

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the online application system before Beijing Time 23:59, 30 January 2026:
https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184415/

  • Only online applications will be accepted

  • Referees will be contacted prior to interview

  • Interviews will take place in Ningbo, China

Informal enquiries may be addressed to:
Dr David Kiwuwa, Head of School of International Studies
Email: David.Kiwuwa@nottingham.edu.cn
(Applications sent directly to this email will not be accepted)

Equality and Diversity

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair, equitable, and mutually supportive learning and working environment. All applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities, and potential, regardless of gender, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation, or other irrelevant distinctions.

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