2027 Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Fellowship
Dalian University of Technology invites exceptional international researchers for prestigious professorship and leadership positions.
Best for:Best for accomplished overseas early-career researchers in natural sciences and engineering seeking a direct professorship and robust funding in China.
Overview
Dalian University of Technology invites talented early-career researchers worldwide to apply for the prestigious 2027 Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Fund. Successful candidates will be appointed directly to professor positions with doctoral supervisor status and receive comprehensive institutional support. The role involves conducting high-level independent research, building active academic teams, and contributing to institutional excellence in science and engineering. Generous funding, start-up packages, modern laboratory space, and extensive living allowances are provided to ensure long-term academic success.
What you'll do
- Conduct innovative and high-impact research in natural sciences or engineering technology.
- Establish and lead an independent academic research team.
- Supervise and mentor doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers.
- Secure external competitive research grants and manage matching institutional funds.
- Contribute to international academic collaboration and institutional development.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant field of natural sciences or engineering
Language: English or Chinese proficiency adequate for research and teaching
Instruction: Chinese and English
Publications: Peer-reviewed publications and technology achievements recognized by international experts
- Demonstrated track record of high-quality scientific research and technological achievements recognized by peers
- Experience working in a regular teaching or research position at an overseas university, institution, or corporate R&D entity
- Capacity to lead an independent research group and secure external funding
- Strong publication record in top-tier international venues
- Must be born on or after January 1, 1987
- Must hold a doctorate degree
- Must have worked for more than 36 consecutive months in a regular teaching or research position abroad by June 15, 2027
- Must not have returned to China for full-time work prior to January 1, 2026
- Must be willing to resign from overseas positions and work full-time in China for at least 3 years upon receiving the subsidy notice
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-09-08
Prepare a comprehensive CV including personal information, education and professional experience, and major academic achievements. Submit your application materials via email to the designated contact address provided by the institution.
- CV
- Educational and professional records
- Major academic achievements summary
- Publication list
- Research project records
Contact
Ms. Li / Ms. Yu· Contact Persons
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