Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine invites outstanding young scholars from overseas to apply for the 2026 NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas).

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact us at an early stage to learn more about our research environment, clinical strengths, and host teams. Applications are accepted year-round.

About the Program
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 encourages scholars to contribute to China’s research landscape and develop into internationally recognized leaders 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 with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. Internationally recognized as the birthplace of amputated limb replantation, the hospital is also credited as the pioneer of the “China Hand” techniques and the origin 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 ten 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 the National Center for Orthopedics.

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

Eligibility Criteria
(Based on the 2025 NSFC guidelines; subject to official updates for 2026)
Applicants should generally meet the following requirements:
1. Compliance with the laws and regulations of the People’s Republic of China and adherence toscientific ethics.
2. Born on or after January 1, 1986.
3. After obtaining a Ph.D. degree and before April 15, 2026, candidates should generally have held a formal teaching or research position at an overseas university, research institution, or corporate R&D institution for at least 36 consecutive months (exceptions may apply for outstanding achievers; this requirement does not apply to candidates who obtained their overseas Ph.D. through a China–foreign joint training program).
4. Research focus on natural sciences or engineering technology.
5. Candidates who have not yet returned to China for full-time work (or who returned after January 1, 2025) must, upon receiving funding, resign from their overseas position and commit to full-time work in China for no less than three years.
6. This project is subject to the coordination requirements of national science and technology talent programs. Only one project at the same program level may be undertaken, and applications to lower-level programs are not permitted.
*Note: The official 2026 application guidelines have not yet been released. The above information is based on the 2025 guidelines. Final eligibility criteria and requirements will be subject to the official announcement.

Benefits
1. RMB 1 to 3 million in national funding over three years.
2. Strong institutional support, including research funding, advanced facilities, and team-building resources.
3. Competitive salary package, housing allowance, and assistance with spousal employment and children’s education.
4. Additional terms and support packages are negotiable based on individual needs.

Contact Information
If you are interested in applying for the NSFC Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) via Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital, please send your CV to the contact below. Use the following naming format for your submission: 2026 Overseas Excellent Young Scientists Application + Name. We will reach out to you promptly upon receiving your application materials.

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