Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine invites outstanding young scholars from overseas to apply for the 2025 NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas).

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact us early to learn more about our hospital and research teams. This opportunity is available year-round.

About the Fund

The NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) aims to attract and support young scholars, including non-Chinese citizens, who are currently working or have worked abroad. The program is designed to encourage scholars to contribute to China’s research landscape and develop into leading experts in natural sciences, engineering, and related fields.

Why Join Us

Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital, established in 1904, is a leader in clinical care and medical research affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. Renowned globally as the cradle of amputated limb replantation, it is also credited as the pioneer of the “China Hand” techniques and the birthplace of ultrasound diagnosis in China.

Key Achievements

• 25th in the Science and Technology Evaluation Metrics (STEM) for Chinese Hospitals
• 20th in China’s Hospital Rankings by Fudan University
• 66th in the Nature Index Table of Worldwide Healthcare Institutions
• 12th in China’s Hospital Ranking for Innovation and Transformation

The hospital has garnered acclaim for its excellence across nine National Key Clinical Specialties, three National Key Disciplines, and one Key Specialty designated by National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It holds certifications as National Model of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice for General Hospitals, Shanghai Municipal Flagship Hospital for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, and Shanghai Municipal Center for Trauma Emergency and Care.

The hospital has established various prestigious institutions including Shanghai Institute of Microsurgery on Extremities, Shanghai Diabetes Institute, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Diabetes, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Sleep and Breathing Disorders, and Shanghai Engineering Research Center for Orthopaedic Material Innovation and Tissue Regeneration. In 2022, the hospital received approval to establish National Center for Orthopedics.

For more information, please visit our website: https://english.6thhosp.com

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is based on the 2024 guidelines for the NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) and subject to updates for 2025:

1. Adherence to the laws and regulations of the People’s Republic of China and compliance with scientific ethics and integrity.
2. Born on or after January 1, 1985.
3. Doctoral degree with at least 36 months of research experience at an overseas institution (exceptions for exceptional achievers).
4. Research focus on natural sciences or engineering technology.
5. Demonstrated peer-recognized achievements and leadership potential.
6. Full-time work commitment in China for a minimum of 3 years upon receiving funding.

Benefits

1. One to three million RMB in state funding over three years.
2. Research funding, advanced facilities, and team development support.
3. Competitive salary, housing allowance, and assistance with spousal employment and children's school enrollment.
4. Negotiable terms based on individual needs.

Contact Information

If you are interested in applying for the NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) with Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital as your host institution, please send your resume to the contact below. Use the following naming format for your submission: 2024 Overseas Outstanding Youth Application + Name. We will reach out to you promptly upon receiving your resume.

Address: Human Resources Department, No. 600 Yishan Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China (Postal Code: 200233)

Email: gdrsc6th@163.com

Contact: Ms. Zhang

Tel: +86-21-24058229