12-MONTH RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP ON CONTEMPORARY SINOPHONE LITERATURES
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: March 29, 2024
The Department of Languages, Literatures, Cultures, and Mediation of the University of Milan is announcing a 12-month research fellowship on contemporary Sinophone literature, titled “Reading Europe through contemporary Sinophone literature”.
What is this about?
The fellowship is part of the funded interdisciplinary research project “Re-Visualizing ‘the West’: geo-literary images of Europe in contemporary Sinophone writings”, led by Prof. Simona Gallo and funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) and the European Union (“Next Generation EU”). The research project aims to critically investigate and interpret Europe as represented in contemporary Sinophone literature. It intends to examine the composite nature of European cultures offered by authors who have engaged with this continent, as well as to delve into the peculiarities of the symbolism of space, according to different degrees of proximity.
The research fellow will actively take part in research activities such as compilation of bibliographies, analysis of the relevant literature, and the dissemination of results through publications, conferences, and outreach activities.
What are the basic requirements?
The research fellow is required to possess a good knowledge of the modern and contemporary Chinese-language literary landscapes, awareness of the theoretical frameworks of Sinophone Studies, and familiarity with literary analysis and criticism. Furthermore, the research fellow is expected to be fluent in Chinese and English. Remote work can be arranged, so being on-site is not a requirement. However, residence in Europe is highly preferred.
Who can apply?
The position is open to all post-graduates who possess an appropriate scientific-professional curriculum. A Ph.D. or equivalent qualification is preferred.
Who cannot apply?
Applicants who are currently enrolled in a master’s degree or doctoral program with scholarships are ineligible. The fellowship is not compatible with full-time professional activities or scholarships of any kind, except for those granted by national or foreign institutions to support research activities abroad.
How to apply?
Applications (in English or Italian) must be submitted according to the procedures described in the public notice [link] by March 29, 2024.
The research fellow will start work on May 1, 2024.
For further information, please write to Simona Gallo (simona.gallo@unimi.it) and refer to the institutional public notice available here.