Wenzhou Research Institute of Nanyang Technological University (WRIN) Is Selecting Visiting Scholars

The Wenzhou Research Institute in collaboration with NTU (WRIN) was officially launched on October 22, 2025. It integrates research teams from Wenzhou and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU) to carry out sustainability-oriented research and innovation in key fields and to promote high-quality international scientific and technological cooperation.

The College of Engineering at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU) is one of the largest engineering schools in the world, with nearly 10,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As a globally renowned research-intensive university, the College ranked 2nd in Engineering in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 ranking of Best Global Universities. In the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2027, six of its disciplines rank among the top ten worldwide, with Materials Science ranked highest at 3rd globally. With world-class facilities, a vibrant research ecosystem, and deep industry partnerships, NTU provides an ideal environment for visiting scholars to conduct cutting-edge multidisciplinary research.

To advance cutting-edge disciplinary research and strengthen academic exchange and cooperation, WRIN is now openly selecting from within Longwan District candidates for the position of Visiting Scholars to Conduct Scientific Research at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU). The specific matters are announced as follows:

I. Position and Number of Openings

II. Research Directions

Fields related to eye health, including but not limited to biomaterials, early-stage diagnostic technologies, and data analytics engineering.

III. Management and Performance Requirements

3.1 Funding and Benefits: During the visit, the Research Institute will provide corresponding salary and allowance support; the specific standards will be discussed in person.

3.2 Contract Term and Service Period Arrangement: Sign a relevant agreement of no less than 2 years with the Research Institute, including:

1) The visiting research at NTU generally lasts for 1 year;

2) After the visit, the scholar shall in principle engage in scientific research or related work in Wenzhou for no less than 1 year.

3.3 Requirements during the Visit: During the visit, the scholar shall carry out research in accordance with the research plan, and submit progress reports and summaries of achievements as required.

IV. Application Requirements

4.1Uphold the leadership of the Communist Party of China, abide by laws and regulations, be of good moral character, and be in good physical and mental health;

4.2Hold a doctoral degree obtained in China or abroad, generally under 40 years of age (this may be relaxed to 45 for exceptionally outstanding candidates or those in shortage areas);

4.3Possess a solid professional foundation and strong research capability; candidates who have published academic papers in SCI journals as first author or corresponding author will be given priority;

4.4 During the visit, the scholar must be released from regular duties and devote full time to collaborative research or further training on campus.

V. Application Materials

1. Visiting Scholar Application Form and Visiting Scholar Home-Institution Dispatch Intent Form (to be downloaded and completed);

2. Doctoral degree certificate and graduation diploma (fresh graduates may provide proof of thesis defense) and professional technical title certificate;

3. Representative academic achievements (papers, patents, etc.) and the proposed research and training plan;

4. Two letters of recommendation from full (senior) professors in the discipline (one of which must be issued by the applicant’s doctoral supervisor);

5. A recent medical examination report issued by a Grade-A tertiary (III-A) hospital.

VI. Procedure

1. Submission of application materials: applicants shall send the electronic versions of all materials in a single package to the designated email address, with the subject line: Visiting Scholar Application–Name–Institution

2. Preliminary review of materials;

3. Interview and evaluation;

4. NTU matching and professor interview: the relevant NTU school will match the applicant with a supervisor and organize an interview evaluation by professors. Applicants must meet the relevant NTU academic standards and pass the interview to be eligible for appointment.

5. Completion of visiting-scholar procedures.VII. Contact Information

Email: HR@WRIN.com.cn, with a copy (CC) to wrin@ntu.edu.sg

Contact Person:  Ms. Xu

Tel: 0577-85850096

Address:  Wenzhou Research Institute in Collaboration with NTU, No. 1000 Luodong North Street, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

Deadline: This position is recruited on an open, ongoing basis until a suitable scholar is selected.

Visiting Scholar Application Form

Visiting Scholar Home-Institution Dispatch Intent Form

List of Supporting Materials (recommended to be compiled as a separate volume)

1. Scanned copy of ID card or passport information page;

2. Scanned copies of the highest diploma and degree certificate (fresh doctoral graduates may provide the thesis defense resolution or proof);

3. Scanned copy of the professional technical title certificate;

4. Scanned full texts of representative academic papers;

5. Research project approval notice or completion certificate;

6. Scanned copies of award certificates;

7. Two letters of recommendation from full (senior) professors (one of which must be from the doctoral supervisor);

8. Medical examination report (issued by a Grade-A tertiary hospital within the last three months);

9. Visiting research and training plan (approximately 1,500 words, covering the purpose and significance of the visit, the intended supervisor and research direction, the training content and expected outcomes, and the work plan after returning to the home institution; to be attached separately).