Visiting ScholarsProgram, 2012-2013
International Center for Studiesof Chinese Civilization
Fudan University
OVERVIEW
The International Center for Studiesof Chinese Civilization (ICSCC)at Fudan Universityis pleased to announce the first year of the ICSCC Visiting Scholars Program (2012-2013). Officially established in March, 2012, the ICSCC is aplatform for researchin the advancement of new approaches to studies on Chinese civilization and cross-cultrual exchangeamong global academic community. Supported by Fudan’s strength in the humanities, ICSCC strives to create a resident research community to engage in research projects concerning Chinese civilization. Through on-campus lectures, small-scale workshops, and publishing opportunities, ICSCC will constitute a comprehensive and multilevel system of exchange between visiting and local scholars.
ICSCC’s Visiting ScholarsProgram is intended for exceptionally qualified young scholars from outside of China who are at the early or middle stages of their academic careers with a proposedfocus on Chinese civilization.Successful applicants will receive support to pursue independent research while in residence at Fudan. They areexpected to make at least one presentation on individual research topic and lead one workshop in collaboration with Fudan and non-Fudan faculty members and scholars. Projects funded under the program are expected to result in publications in Chinese.
GUIDELINES for application
Eligibility
Applicants must be under 50 years of age.
Applicants should have received the doctoral degree and hold a faculty position at a recognized university or be a regular member at an established research institutionoutside of China.
Applicantsshould conduct research relevant to Chinese civilization, preferably traditional Chinese civilization.
Budget
Each year, the ICSCCinvites up to 12 visiting scholars from overseas to conduct research at Fudan University for periods of 1, 3, or 6 months. Program can be extended to 1 year at the longestaccording to individual circumstances.
The Center shall provide visiting scholars with one-time round-trip traveling expenses (standard economy-class airline price), as well as standard and reasonable living stipends andaccommodations for the duration of the visit.
The Centershall provide anon-campus research office with computer printing facilities, and access to books and reference materials in Fudan libraries.
Research travel in mainland China may be included during the course of the program, but should be limited to no more than one-third of the total visiting period.Applicants must supply a budget statementthat outlines the purpose and plan (scheduleanditinerary)of the research travel as well as amounts of subsidy. The applications will be checked and approved by the ICSCC Executive Board according to relevant Fudan guidelines and policies governing research.
Assignments
Local liaison. Visiting scholarsshould collaborate with a local scholar. If the local scholar is from outside of Fudan, the Center shall arrange a Fudan scholar in a similar field of studyto act as liaison.
Workshop. Visiting scholars should lead one workshop in collaboration with Fudan and non-Fudan faculty members and scholars. The workshop should be no longer than one week’s duration. Besides the organizers, each workshop opens 6-8 places for young scholars engaged in related field of research, and may inviteless than 3experiencedscholars to lead the commentary, as circumstances permit. Travel expenses and room and board for workshop participants from outside the area (including overseaareas) will be covered by the ICSCC. Workshop papers may be selected by the ICSCC for translation and publication.
Presentation and Final Report. Visiting scholars shouldmake at least one presentation on individual research topic andcompleteoneacademic reporton the same topic at the conclusion of the program.Report manuscriptcan be submitted in English or Chinese.The ICSCC will have it translated into Chinese if it is to be included inthe ICSCC “Overseas Scholars China Research” series.
Application Procedures
The Center issues a call for proposals, and accepts applications.Then, it gathers application materials and the Executive Board begins preliminary selection, distributing applications to relevant experts for review, requiring interviews when necessary. Final acceptance decisions are made by the Academic Board based on applicants’ circumstances and review results.
Applications should consist of the following:
1) Application cover page: project title and full contact information for applicant, including name, title, contact information (email, telephone, postal mailing address);
2) Curriculum vitae, including education background and research experience, as well as published academic achievements;
3) Description of research proposal (minimum 3000 characters if in Chinese, 5 pages, single spaced, if in English);
4) Two recommendation letters written by experts in relevant fields of study.
The above application materials may be written in Chinese or English. At the moment, the Center cannot accept materials written in other languages.
Timelines
The ICSCC is currently accepting proposals for Visiting Scholars Program for 2012-2013.Funded activities begin as early as September, 2012.
Applications should be sent by email to Ms. Chu Dandan, Program Co-ordinator, the ICSCC at Fudan. Questions about the program or the application procedures may also be directed to her.
Ms. CHU Dandan
Program Co-ordinator,
International Center for Studies of Chinese Civilization
Fudan University
Email:
Phone: +86-21-65642020