(Junior/Senior) Principal Investigator Positions at the Institute for Regenerative Biology and Medicine, CIMR, Beijing
The Chinese Institutes for Medical Research (CIMR) is a dynamic new research institution in Beijing, dedicated to advancing basic and translational medical research to tackle humanity’s most pressing health challenges. Built upon core pillars—(1) world-class infrastructure and cutting-edge core facilities (2) translational agility through unparalleled clinical resources (3) US-style management with complete independence, and (4) generous start-up packages & dedicated yearly and long-term financial support for its investigators—CIMR aims to bridge groundbreaking discoveries with clinical applications to improve global healthcare outcomes.
Strategically located on Capital Medical University (CMU)’s campus, CIMR leverages unparalleled clinical resources through its network of 20+ affiliated hospitals, accelerating the translation of research into real-world therapies. With a bold vision to become a premier global research hub.
As part of CIMR, the Institute of Regenerative Biology and Medicine (IRBM) seeks outstanding scientists at all career levels to advance the understanding of repair and regeneration and develop novel therapeutics across all disease areas. We welcome researchers in diverse fields, including (but not limited to):
v Developmental and stem cell biology
v Disease immunology & autoimmunity
v Ageing & extracellular matrix biochemistry
v Regenerative model organisms
v Computational biology & advanced tissue engineering
v Cell/gene/antibody therapy for disease mechanisms
Preferred candidates will have experience in developing novel molecular and cellular technologies for therapeutic applications. Successful applicants will collaborate with clinicians at CMU-affiliated hospitals and gain access to extensive patient samples for basic and translational research.
ü PhD and/or MD degree
ü Successful postdoctoral training
ü Demonstrated potential to establish a strong independent research program
ü Proven experience in leading an independent research lab
ü Emerging recognition as a leader in the field
ü Distinguished record of research achievements
ü Established leadership in relevant scientific fields
CIMR offers internationally competitive salaries, generous start-up packages, and substantial institutional research funding, allowing investigators to focus entirely on pioneering research without immediate reliance on extramural grants.
v Housing allowance
v Health insurance & retirement plan
v Strong administrative & grant support
v Access to outstanding PhD and postdoctoral training programs
v Active assistance in applying for national research funding programs
At CIMR, we ensure scientists have the resources, support, and freedom to pursue transformative discoveries.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following materials as a single PDF file:
v Cover letter
v Curriculum vitae
v Research statement (3 pages maximum) outlining:
² Current research interests
² Future research directions
Please arrange for three or more letters of recommendation to be sent directly to:
Yuval Rinkevich, Ph.D.
Email: yuval.rinkevich@cimrbj.ac.cn
Additional Information:
l Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled
l Selection is based entirely on merit without regard to age, gender, nationality, or ethnicity
l We welcome both direct applications and nominations
Contact for support:
Baron Kang: kangke@cimrbj.ac.cn
Yuval Rinkevich: yuval.rinkevich@cimrbj.ac.cn
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