The University of Hyderabad (UoH) invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the UoH and Harvard-Yenching Institute (HYI) Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in China Studies. There are 2 to 3 positions available, with selection based on candidate suitability.
Key Details
Fellowship Stipend: 1,750 USD per month (equivalent in INR)
Research Award: 6,500 USD per annum (equivalent in INR)
Tenure: 24 months
Application Deadline: 15 January 2027, 5:00 PM IST
Interview: Conducted online via Google Meet/Zoom by the UoH-HYI PDF Program Selection Committee
Eligibility
Applicants must be Indian citizens and scholars of China studies, affiliated with an academic institution or university in India.
Proficiency in Mandarin for academic research is highly desirable.
Applicants must not hold permanent or tenured positions.
PhD must have been awarded not earlier than 1 January 2021.
Proof of PhD conferral will be required.
Employed applicants must submit a No-Objection Certificate (NoC) from their current employer allowing full-time participation for the 24-month duration at the host institution.
Interested candidates should visit the “Opportunities” page in the Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, UoH website for detailed application instructions.
Submit the application via the Google form referenced on the page before the deadline.
Note that these appointments are purely temporary with no claim for regular appointment at the University of Hyderabad.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the stipend for the UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship?
The fellowship stipend is 1,750 USD per month (equivalent in INR).
How many fellowship positions are available?
There are 2 to 3 postdoctoral fellowship positions available, depending on candidate suitability.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for receipt of applications is 15 January 2027 at 5:00 PM IST.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only Indian citizens who are scholars of China studies affiliated with an academic institution or university in India and who have been awarded their PhD not earlier than 1 January 2021 are eligible.
Is proficiency in any language required?
Proficiency in Mandarin for academic research purposes is highly desirable.
How will the interview be conducted?
The interview will be conducted online via Google Meet or Zoom by the UoH-HYI PDF Program Selection Committee.
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