I. About the University and the Institute
Southeast University (SEU), located in Nanjing, the ancient capital of six dynasties, is a prestigious, top-tier research university directly under China’s Ministry of Education. A key member of the national “Double First-Class” university initiative, SEU has 12 disciplines included in the program, ranking eighth nationwide. It is a comprehensive, research-intensive institution recognized globally for excellence across engineering, humanities, and social sciences.
The Institute of International and Regional Studies (IIRS), led by Executive Dean and Chief Professor Wang Qilong, serves as a high-level interdisciplinary research hub. The IIRS integrates a leading national think tank with four specialized research centers:
South Asian and Himalayan Studies
African Studies
Russian and Eurasian Studies
East Asian Studies
Drawing on the academic strengths of the School of Foreign Languages and other humanities and social science faculties, the IIRS features a distinguished faculty of national-level scholars. The Institute is dedicated to high-impact policy consultation, regional expertise, and the development of an autonomous Chinese knowledge system for international and regional studies.
II. Fellowship Tracks and Compensation
1. Fellowship Tracks
Zhishan Postdoctoral Fellow: (distinguished postdoctoral track)
Regular Postdoctoral Fellow
The initial appointment is three years, with the possibility of one additional three-year renewal. Regular postdoctoral fellows who meet the relevant requirements during their appointment may apply to transfer into the Zhishan Postdoctoral Fellow track.
2. Salary and Funding Support (All funding sources can be combined)
Annual Salary:
☆Zhishan Postdoctoral Fellow: RMB 350,000 per year
☆Regular Postdoctoral Fellow: RMB 180,000 per year, plus a minimum of RMB 10,000 per year in supervisor subsidy
National Programs: Applicants may apply for the National Postdoctoral Funding Program
☆Category B: RMB 180,000 per year
☆Category C: RMB 120,000 per year
Provincial Program:
☆Jiangsu Outstanding Postdoctoral Program: RMB 300,000 over two years
Career Development Pathway:
Zhishan Fellows who receive an excellent evaluation in their first term and are reappointed for a second term may apply for senior academic ranks. Those who are promoted to Associate Professor (or higher) through this review, and who subsequently meet all faculty hiring requirements, are eligible to join SEU’s tenured faculty.
Benefits:
Postdoctoral fellows enjoy comprehensive benefits, including:
☆Social insurance and housing provident fund in accordance with national regulations
☆Public medical insurance available to university employees
☆Access to fully furnished postdoctoral apartments
☆Schooling and childcare services for employees’ children
III. Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should:
Support the leadership of the Communist Party of China, abide by the Constitution and laws of the People’s Republic of China, and demonstrate strong professional ethics and integrity.
Normally be under 32 years of age; exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered up to 35 years of age.
Possess a strong academic background, demonstrated research potential, and the ability to conduct independent research.
Conduct research under the supervision of a distinguished scholar with recognized expertise in the relevant research field.
IV. Research Areas
Applications are invited in the following research areas:
Religious Studies
(Think Tank Center: Prof. Wang Qilong)
South Asian and Himalayan Studies
(Center for South Asian and Himalayan Studies: Prof. Wang Qilong)
African Studies and China–Africa Relations
(Center for African Studies: Prof. Li Xinfeng)
Russia, Central Asia, and Caucasus Studies
(Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies: Prof. Tao Yuan)
East Asian Studies and China–Japan Relations
(Center for East Asian Studies: Prof. Liu Kehua)
Digital Cultural Heritage and China's Global Image
(Center for East Asian Studies: Prof. Lu Weiwei)
ASEAN Studies and Language Policy
(Center for East Asian Studies: Prof. Han Yawen)
V. Recruitment Procedure
Applications will be reviewed through the following process:
Application Submission → Department Recommendation → University Evaluation → University Appointment
SEU recruitment system: http://zp.ehall.seu.edu.cn/
VI. Application Materials and Contact Information
Applicants should submit the following materials by email:
Curriculum vitae
Personal statement
Copies of publications
Documentation of research achievements and other supporting materials
The CV must clearly indicate the date of obtaining (or expected date of obtaining) the doctoral degree.
Email subject format:
Name + Doctoral Discipline + Graduating University
Contact person: Ms. Zhou
Office phone number：（+86） 025 5209 0801
E-mail:103008525@seu.edu.cn
Attachment: Resume Template：Highest Degree or Title + Name + Highest Degree-Granting Institution and Major or Employer.docx
