Visiting Scholars Program, 2012-2013
International Center for Studies of Chinese Civilization
Fudan University
OVERVIEW
The International Center for Studies of Chinese Civilization (ICSCC) at
Fudan University is pleased to announce the first year of the ICSCC
Visiting Scholars Program (2012-2013). Officially established in March,
2012, the ICSCC is a platform for research in the advancement of new
approaches to studies on Chinese civilization and cross-cultrual exchange
among 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 Scholars Program 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 proposed focus on Chinese
civilization. Successful applicants will receive support to pursue
independent research while in residence at Fudan. They are expected 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 institution outside of China.
Applicants should conduct research relevant to Chinese civilization,
preferably traditional Chinese civilization.
 Budget
Each year, the ICSCC invites 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 longest according 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 and accommodations for the
duration of the visit.
The Center shall provide an on-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 statement that outlines
the purpose and plan (schedule and itinerary) 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 scholars should 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 study to 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 invite less than 3 experienced scholars to lead
the commentary, as circumstances permit. Travel expenses and room and
board for workshop participants from outside the area (including oversea
areas) will be covered by the ICSCC. Workshop papers may be selected
by the ICSCC for translation and publication.
Presentation and Final Report. Visiting scholars should make at least
one presentation on individual research topic and complete one academic
report on the same topic at the conclusion of the program. Report
manuscript can be submitted in English or Chinese. The ICSCC will have
it translated into Chinese if it is to be included in the 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: icscc@fudan.edu.cn
Phone: +86-21-65642020