Inviting applications for National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars (Overseas) through AMSS

About AMSS

The Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science (AMSS) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is the top research institution of mathematics and systems science in China. It is dedicated to conducting the highest level research in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, systems science, and mathematical applications. Currently, AMSS has approximately 300 faculty members, including 14 CAS Academicians, 1 CAE Academician, and 45 recipients of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars. AMSS also hosts over 150 postdoctoral researchers and about 450 PhD students. More information about AMSS is available at http://english.amss.cas.cn (in English) and http://www.amss.ac.cn (in Chinese).

AMSS invites young scholars working in all areas of mathematics to join us.

Requirement for Applicants

(1) Abide by the laws of the People’s Republic of China and uphold high standards of scientific ethics.

(2) Born on or after January 1, 1986.

(3) Have a PhD degree in mathematics or related areas.

(4) Research in areas including but are not limited to: pure mathematics, applied mathematics, computational mathematics, systems science, control theory, statistics, mathematical physics, information theory, operations research, theoretical computer science, econometrics, cryptography, and the mathematical theory of artificial intelligence.

(5) Have at least 36 months of work experience at universities or academic research institutions overseas (excluding the time when concurrently holding a paid position in China). For those who have obtained a PhD degree overseas and have an outstanding research record, the work experience requirement may be relaxed.

(6) Demonstrates a strong research record and the potential to become a leading expert in the field.

(7) The applicant must be either not currently working in China, or should have started working in China on or after January 1, 2025. Upon approval of the fund, the recipient is required to work full-time at AMSS for at least three years.

Supports & Benefits from AMSS

(1) Internationally competitive salary.

(2) 2-6 million CNY in research funding.

(3) 1 million CNY settle-down allowance.

(4) Low-rent temporary apartments near AMSS.

(5) Assistance with kindergarten and school enrollment for employees' children.

Application Materials Required

(1) Curriculum Vitae

(2) Research statement

(3) Three reference letters

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through Mathjobs (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/27089). The application deadline is May 15, 2026.

Upon arrival of all application materials, AMSS will organize expert reviews, sign tentative agreements with successful applicants, and provide full-process assistance to the application of the National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars (Overseas) program and other talent programs.

Contact Information

Tel: +86-10-82541775, +86-10-82541783

Email: recruitment@amss.ac.cn

Address: No. 55 Zhongguancun East Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100190, China