The chair professor is a permanent position, awarded to scholars with outstanding achievements and international reputation in specific disciplines. Professors are responsible for leading a research team or discipline, carrying out cutting-edge research work and playing an important role in postgraduate teaching and guidance. He enjoys a high position in academic circles and is regarded as a leader in this field.

Professor is a part-time or honorary position, awarded to scholars who have made outstanding contributions in specific disciplines and enjoyed international reputation. Lecturers do not undertake specific teaching and research tasks, but will be invited to give lectures, seminars or other academic activities in universities or research institutions. Their main responsibilities are to share their academic achievements and experiences and make contributions to academic exchanges and discipline development.