Full-time Faculty Position in the Department of Horticulture, National Chung Hsing University

Full-time Faculty Position in the Department of Horticulture, National Chung Hsing University
I. Qualifications:
Education: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in horticulture or a closely related field from a recognized university, either domestic or international.
Eligibility: Applicants must meet the faculty appointment standards and related regulations established by the Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the Faculty Evaluation Committee of the University.
II. Areas of Specialization:
Applicants should have expertise in horticulture, with one of the following specializations:
 (1) Physiology of vegetable cultivation and/or plant breeding and genetics;
 (2) Physiology of fruit tree cultivation and/or plant nutrition;
 (3) Postharvest handling and physiology of floricultural crops.
Experience or research background related to sustainability, circular economy, carbon reduction, or practical application is highly desirable.
Applicants are expected to teach Horticulture-related courses included in the department’s course planning table, with at least one undergraduate course and one graduate course to be conducted in English, and to offer support in the department-wide and college-wide international exchange programs (a presentation in English will be required during the interview). For foreign applicants, the ability to teach in Mandarin is a must, and a presentation in Mandarin will be required during the interview.
III. Required Application Materials:

Document	Description	Hardcopy	File
List of Representative and Reference Publications (Research Results or Teaching Materials	1. Attach supporting documents for all information provided. 2. Download the electronic form from the university’s Personnel Office website. https://person.nchu.edu.tw/download.php	■	W
Summary Form for New Faculty Application Review (T4p)	1. Attach supporting documents for all information provided. 2. Download the electronic form from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources website.	■	W
Representative Publication	1. Officially published or publicly released between August 1, 2021, and February 15, 2026. Those who earned their Ph.D. within the past 3 years may submit their dissertation (published between August 1, 2023, and February 15, 2026) as a representative. 2. Chinese abstract of the representative publication. 3. If co-authored, provide co-author confirmation (downloadable from the University’s Personnel Office website). 4. Originality check report. 5. Journal ranking within its field for the representative publication. 6. Cover page of the representative publication showing publication date.	■ (PDF)	■ (PDF)
Supporting Publications (Reference Works)   For those without a teaching qualification, publications (excluding representative work) published within 7 years before the University review date are counted. For those who hold a teaching qualification, publications (excluding representative work) published within 7 years before the University review date and after obtaining the previous rank are counted.)	1. Copies or photocopies of supporting publications (and arranged in order according to the publication list). 2. List of Journal ranking within its field. 3. Cover page showing publication date. 4. University review date: August 1, 2026.	■ (PDF)
Conflict of Interest Declaration Form	Download the electronic form from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources website.	■
Copy of Ph.D. Dissertation		■
Photocopies of Diplomas from Bachelor’s Degree and above.	For foreign degrees, provide a Chinese or English translated version, and degree certificates and transcripts must be authenticated by the ROC Embassies and Missions Abroad.	■
Curriculum Vitae	Include a recent photo, personal resume, current work position, contact information, and photocopies of  career experiences. For foreign career experiences, Chinese or English translations should be provided.	■
Transcripts of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies		■
Photocopies of Teaching Certificates	If none, not required.	■
Photocopy of National Identification Card or Passport		■
Two Recommendation Letters	One should be from the Ph.D. advisor and the other from the current supervisor, if possible. If not available, please explain. Recommenders should send letters directly to: Department Chair, Prof. Cheng Chang, Department of Horticulture, National Chung Hsing University.	■
Proposed Course Syllabi	Download from the Academic Affairs Office Course Management website.	■	■ (PDF)
Future Research Plan	Include research objectives and methodology.	■	■ (PDF)
Other Supporting Documents		■
Personal Data Consent Form	Download from the Department website.	■

★ Please keep copies of all submitted materials, as documents will not be returned. ★
 
IV. Qualifications and Conditions for New Faculty Appointment at Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor Levels: Please refer to the regulations of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at National Chung Hsing University via the following website: https://canr.nchu.edu.tw/web/teacher/list.php?action=search&lang=zh_tw&category1=1&category2=1
V. Appointment Start Date: The appointment will commence on August 1, 2026.
 
VI. Application Deadline:
Hardcopy application materials must be received by the Department of Horticulture office no later than November 5, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
 
VII. Mailing Address:
Department of Horticulture, National Chung Hsing University. No. 145, Xingda Road, South District, Taichung 402, Taiwan (Please indicate “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position, Department of Horticulture” on the envelope)
 
VIII. Electronic  Submission via Email:
Send electronic files to: chenchang@dragon.nchu.edu.tw
Please CC to: liangsophia@dragon.nchu.edu.tw
Contact Person: Chair Prof. Cheng Chang
Phone: +886-4-22840340 ext. 210, 803
Fax: +886-4-22860574
 
IX. Interview:
Candidates who pass the preliminary review will be invited for an interview and a research presentation. Presentations should be delivered in English; foreign applicants are required to present in Chinese.
 
X. Notes:
1.Recruited faculty may be eligible for additional flexible salary incentives according to the “NCHU Flexible Salary Reward Guidelines for Newly Recruited Faculty.” Applications for outstanding new faculty incentives must be submitted together with the application.
2. Faculty members requiring accommodations may apply for university dormitories.