About the Hospital
Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) School of Medicine, is now welcoming outstanding early-career researchers from around the world to apply for positions through the Excellent Young Scientists Fund (Overseas) program. The hospital is committed to supporting talented researchers in advancing their careers and contributing to high-impact scientific work in China.
1. Program Overview
To strengthen the talent funding system and attract international scholars, the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) launched the Excellent Young Scientists Fund (Overseas). This program seeks to attract exceptional early-career researchers—including non-Chinese nationals—who have made significant contributions in the natural sciences or engineering to pursue their work in China. Participants are encouraged to independently choose their research direction and carry out innovative projects.
Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital sincerely invites outstanding young scholars based overseas to apply to this program.
2. Eligibility Criteria
(Reference is based on the 2024 guidelines; final criteria for 2025 should be based on the official release from the NSFC.)
1. Comply with the laws and regulations of the People’s Republic of China, demonstrate high standards of scientific integrity, and maintain a commitment to professionalism and responsible research conduct.
2. Be born on or after January 1, 1985.
3. Hold a Ph.D. degree.
4. Specialize in natural sciences, engineering, or related fields.
5. By April 15, 2025, applicants should have held a formal teaching or research position for at least 36 consecutive months in an overseas university, research institution, or R&D division of a company after obtaining their Ph.D.
- Those who earned their Ph.D. abroad and have demonstrated exceptional achievements may be exempt from the 36-month requirement.
- Joint degree holders (China + overseas) are not eligible for exemption.
- Time spent in paid domestic positions does not count toward the overseas experience requirement.
6. Have recognized research or technological achievements endorsed by peers, with clear potential to become a leading scholar in their field.
7. Must not currently be employed full-time in China or must have returned (to work in China) after January 1, 2024. Upon receiving the grant, the applicant must resign from any overseas position and commit to working full-time in China for a minimum of three years.
3. Program Restrictions
This program follows the national coordination policies for science and technology talent programs:
- Applicants may only apply to one program within the same tier of national talent initiatives.
- Cross-tier or reverse-tier applications are not permitted.
4. Benefits and Support
- Salary and Compensation: Competitive salary packages are offered with generous benefits.
- Research Funding: Substantial funding support will be offered to initiate research projects.
- Research Space: Laboratory space ranging from 100 to 300 square meters will be allocated.
- Living and Relocation Support: Successful applicants will receive institutional faculty appointments and support for household registration in Shanghai. A competitive relocation allowance is provided, along with assistance for spouse relocation, children’s education, and employment support.
- Team Support: Funding will support the establishment of an independent research team, including: two full-time Co-PIs or technical staff and a recruitment quota for up to four postdoctoral researchers.
5. Contact Information
Personalized, one-on-one guidance and support will be provided to applicants.
Interested candidates should send their CV to the Human Resources Office at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital:
Email: hr@sh9hospital.org.cn
Subject Line: 2025 Excellent Young Scientists Fund (Overseas) Application + [Your Name]
Contacts: Ms. Zhou, Ms. Wang
Human Resources Office, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital
