Job Description

Lab: Huang Lab (Intelligent Cell Engineering & Synthetic Biology)
Affiliation: Hangzhou Institute of Medicine (HIM), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), University of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Lab Website: https://huangjinbolab.github.io/
Google Scholar link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=stySnLkAAAAJ&hl=en
Contact Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Working languages: English (required) or Chinese (optional)
Principal Investigator Introduction
Prof. Dr. Jinbo Huang is a principal investigator supported by the National Overseas Young Talent Program of China (2025). Under the supervision of Prof. Martin Fussenegger, he received his doctoral and postdoctoral training at ETH Zurich (2019–2025), where he pioneered the first DC controlled electrogenetic regulatory system for mammalian gene expression, and developed a suite of innovative gene switches responsive to ultrasound, small molecules, ultra short peptides, and the clinically safe drug aspirin. He has published more than 8 first-author papers in top-tier journals including Nature Metabolism, Nature Communications, Advanced Science (2×), Trends in Biotechnology, and Nucleic Acids Research, with collaborative publications in Nature, Nature Nanotechnology, Advanced Energy Materials, and others. Since December 2025, Prof. Huang has joined Hangzhou Institute of Medicine, CAS to lead the Laboratory for Intelligent Cell Engineering & Precision Medicine.

Laboratory Overview & Research Focus
Huang Lab specializes in mammalian synthetic biology, intelligent cell engineering, and translational precision medicine. We integrate synthetic biology, biomedical engineering, AI, materials science, and electronic engineering to build next generation gene and cell therapy tools.
Our core research aims to:
• Design and construct controllable artificial signaling pathways and intelligent cellular sensory systems
• Enable precise cell programming, accelerated directed evolution, and functional cell remodeling
• Equip cells with perception, decision making, and execution capabilities for disease diagnosis and therapy
We focus on breakthrough innovations for cancer, autoimmune diseases, genetic disorders, and metabolic diseases, to advance next generation cell therapies and intelligent biological systems.
Key Research Directions
1. Development of precisely regulated gene delivery & controlled expression systems
2. Intelligent cell delivery platforms and their translational applications
3. Engineering and directed evolution of biosafe drug responsive receptors
4. Innovation and clinical translation of in situ gene therapy
5. Electrogenetic tools and wearable device–gene therapy integrated systems
6. Interdisciplinary innovative directions proposed by (post)doctoral researchers

Job & Program Descriptions
1. Postdoctoral Researcher (Multiple++ Vacancies)
1) Independently design, implement, and manage high quality research projects aligned with lab priorities, including synthetic biology, electrogenetics, gene switches, intelligent cell engineering, or gene/cell therapy.
2) Perform experiments, collect and analyze data, ensure reproducibility, and summarize scientific findings.
3) Prepare and publish high impact peer reviewed papers, conference abstracts, and research reports; participate in domestic and international academic exchanges.
4) Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (biology, engineering, AI, materials, electronics, biophysics, chemistry) to drive innovation.
5) Assist in mentoring graduate students and managing laboratory platforms and safety.
6) Explore new research directions and help apply for research grants.
7) Comply with institutional and laboratory regulations and participate in team academic activities.
Benefits for Postdocs
1) Highly competitive salary: 300,000 RMB+/year; national level fellows: 400,000–500,000 RMB/year
2) Full social insurance and housing fund, performance bonuses, and research achievement awards
3) Full research startup funding, independent lab space, and full access to institutional platforms
4) Meal subsidies, union benefits, VIP annual physical examination
5) Support for household registration, children’s education, and childcare assistance
6) Hangzhou postdoctoral policies:
a) living allowance from local government: 100,000 RMB
b) Monthly rental subsidy: 2,500 RMB
c) 1:1 matching funding for national/provincial postdoctoral projects
7) Outstanding postdocs eligible for tenure track faculty positions
8) Talent subsidies: up to 400,000 RMB retention allowance and 1,000,000 RMB housing subsidy (Hangzhou Class D talent)
9) National level postdoctoral fellows: additional 500,000 RMB research funding, CAS special research assistant status, priority for national young talent programs

2. Fully Funded PhD Candidate (Multiple++ Vacancies)
1) Pursue a PhD degree in related disciplines (Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Synthetic Biology, or Interdisciplinary Sciences) under the supervision of Prof. Jinbo Huang.
2) Engage in cutting-edge research projects aligned with the lab’s focus (e.g., electrogenetic tools, gene switches, intelligent cell engineering, or translational gene/cell therapy).
3) Conduct experimental research, collect and analyze data, and participate in the writing of academic papers and research reports.
4) Attend academic seminars, group meetings, and relevant training programs to enhance research and professional skills.
5) Collaborate with postdoctoral researchers and other team members on interdisciplinary research projects.
6) Fulfill the academic requirements of Hangzhou Institute of Medicine, CAS for PhD degree completion (e.g., publication requirements).

Benefits For Fully Funded PhD Candidates
1) Full funding coverage: Tuition waiver + monthly stipend (6,000–9,500 RMB/month, adjustable based on academic performance and research progress)
2) Annual research fund to support experimental expenses, academic conference participation, and professional training
3) Opportunities to co-publish high-impact academic papers with the research team and Prof. Huang
4) Access to all laboratory platforms, equipment, and interdisciplinary collaboration resources
5) Meal subsidies, annual physical examination, and participation in lab team activities
6) Guidance from Prof. Huang (with international research experience) and postdoctoral researchers, supporting academic and career development
7) Opportunities to participate in national research projects and gain hands-on research experience in cutting-edge synthetic biology and precision medicine fields

How to Apply
Please send your application materials to: [email protected] or [email protected].

Required Materials:
- For Postdoctoral Researchers: CV + Cover letter + 2–3 references
- For PhD Candidates: CV + academic transcripts + personal statement + 2-3 references

Location:
Hangzhou Institute of Medicine, Chinese Academy of Sciences
No. 150 Dongfang Street, Qiantang District
Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018
P.R.China