Hangzhou Institute of Medicine Chinese Academy of Sciences (HIMCAS)
About HIMCAS: Pioneering the Future of Precision Medicine
Where Discovery Meets Global Impact
Founded in 2019, the Hangzhou Institute of Medicine, Chinese Academy of Sciences (HIMCAS) is a forward-looking medical research institution under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. As a young and rapidly growing hub of scientific innovation, HIMCAS is committed to driving breakthroughs in translational medicine by connecting molecular discoveries with clinical solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the development of next-generation therapies that address major global health challenges.
HIMCAS provides a vibrant and collaborative environment for researchers at all stages of their careers to pursue ambitious, interdisciplinary work at the intersection of basic science, cutting-edge technology, and clinical application.
Join Our Expanding Research Community
We seek exceptional scientists worldwide to join us and shape the future of precision medicine. Open positions include:
Senior Principal Investigators
Applicants should currently hold associate professor or higher-level positions at internationally recognized institutions and have a strong record of leadership and impactful research. HIMCAS offers highly competitive packages, including generous start-up funding and comprehensive support for building research teams. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to recruit Co-Principal Investigators (Co-PIs), postdoctoral fellows, and research assistants to establish and lead interdisciplinary programs.
Junior Principal Investigators
Early-career scientists with appointments at prestigious international research institutions who have made impactful, peer-recognized scientific contributions are encouraged to apply. HIMCAS provides an exceptional platform for junior PIs to develop independent research careers while building synergistic teams with Co-PIs selected during the recruitment process.
Postdoctoral Fellows
We invite highly motivated PhD graduates with strong scientific backgrounds and first-author publications to apply for postdoctoral positions. Postdocs at HIMCAS work within PI/Co-PI-led teams and are encouraged to lead innovative research projects, deepen technical expertise, and contribute to publications and funding efforts.
Core Facility Specialists
We are seeking highly skilled specialists with a PhD or a Master’s degree plus 5+ years of independent R&D experience. Candidates should have strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, with a background in biomedical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering, automation, or related fields. Technicians will support advanced biomedical research by operating and maintaining core instruments, driving technology development, and enabling translational innovation.
Research Centers at HIMCAS
Our research is organized into interdisciplinary centers that promote cross-collaborative innovation:
- Innovation Institute
- Nucleic Acid Molecular Medicine Center
- Medical Synthetic Biology Center
- Intelligent Molecular Diagnostics Center
- Innovative Drug Center
- Biotherapeutics and Omics Center
- Biomaterials & Medical Devices Center
- Clinical & Translational Research Center
- Medical Artificial Intelligence Center
- Shared Instrumentation Facility
- Joint Ophthalmic Research Center with the Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University
- Joint Research Institute with the First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University
Why HIMCAS?
1. Clinical Integration
Our affiliated hospital, Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, and close partnerships with major hospitals in Zhejiang Province provide HIMCAS researchers with access to extensive clinical data, patient cohorts, and translational platforms. These connections create seamless pathways from bench to bedside.
2. Outstanding Talent Ecosystem
HIMCAS comprises an accomplished community spanning academicians, award-winning scientists, and researchers with global training experience. More than one-third of our core researchers are recipients of national-level talent awards, over two-thirds hold provincial-level honors, and over 70% have overseas research experience.
Youth development is a strategic priority at HIMCAS, with early-career researchers constituting the majority of research center leadership roles. We empower young scientists through meaningful academic decision-making authority and accelerated career pathways.
3. Cutting-Edge Core Facilities
HIMCAS operates globally competitive core facilities, featuring five key platforms: Animal Research, Bioimaging, Omics Research, Material Structure, and Intelligent Diagnostics—all supported by specialized technical teams (primarily PhD and Master’s-level experts). Our integrated systems enable seamless interdisciplinary research, from molecular discovery to translational applications.
4. Translational Research at HIMCAS
Strategically located in Qiantang Biopharma Town—a major government-supported biomedical hub—HIMCAS leverages its unique position amid 1,000+ biotech companies through our “Three-In-One” research model that systematically integrates basic discovery, technology development, and clinical translation, offering scientists direct access to streamlined commercialization pathways and policy-enhanced resources.
5. Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Support
We offer internationally competitive salaries, generous start-up funding, ample laboratory space, and strong technical and administrative support. All faculty are supported in recruiting team members—including Co-PIs, postdocs, and research assistants—to establish impactful, well-resourced research programs.
Living in Hangzhou
HIMCAS is located in Hangzhou, one of China’s most vibrant and livable cities. Known for its cultural heritage, innovation ecosystem, and natural beauty, Hangzhou offers an ideal setting for researchers and their families. With high-speed rail, the city is just one hour from Shanghai and is a key hub of the Yangtze River Delta economic zone.
Join Us
As a direct research institute under the CAS, HIMCAS is committed to advancing transformative medical science with global relevance. If you are a creative and ambitious scientist dedicated to advancing human health through innovation, we encourage you to apply.
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[Research Center] + [Position] + [Full Name]
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