Join Us

Openings for PhD students, postdocs and visiting researchers.

Positions

Find your place in the lab

PhD students

Join projects on wafer-scale CVD growth, van der Waals heterostructures and low-dimensional catalysis.

  • MSc or an excellent BSc in materials science, physics, chemistry or a related field
  • Strong motivation and good English or Chinese
  • Experience with 2D materials growth, transfer or characterisation is a plus
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Postdoctoral fellows

Lead an independent line of work within synthesis, heterostructures or catalysis and devices.

  • PhD completed or about to be completed in a relevant field
  • Track record of high-quality publications
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Visiting scholars

Spend three to twelve months collaborating with the lab at Hunan University.

  • Nomination or support from your home institution
  • A clear collaboration plan
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Undergraduate interns

Get hands-on research experience in wafer-scale 2D materials.

  • Second-year undergraduate or above in a related major
  • Regular weekly time commitment
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How to apply

How the process works

Get in touch

Email your CV and a short note on your interests to lbgao@nju.edu.cn.

Talk to us

A short call or interview with the PI.

Apply formally

Submit the application through Hunan University or the relevant programme portal.

Join the lab

Agree start date and funding, then meet the team in Changsha.

FAQ

Questions we often get

  • No. Training is provided in the lab; curiosity and a solid materials or physics background matter more than prior 2D experience.

  • Funding depends on the position and current grants. Ask when you get in touch and we will outline the options that fit your profile.

  • Yes. We are happy to arrange a campus visit in Changsha or a video call.

  • Applications are considered throughout the year, with fixed deadlines for formal PhD and fellowship programmes.

Ready to start?

Send us your CV and tell us what you would like to work on.