Visiting Scholars

The School of East Asian Studies can host a small number of Visiting Scholars (VS) and welcomes applications from candidates interested in being associated with the School. Visiting Scholars make a valuable contribution to the research life of the Department, involving themselves in internal activities where possible, and contributing valuably to the external profile of our research and expertise. They benefit from the association with the Department and the University of Sheffield, having access to library and other research resources and the opportunity to interact and build profitable collaborations with staff and students.

A VS is expected to have completed a PhD (or have equivalent experience) and be able to demonstrate a track record of excellent research and the potential to produce high-quality publications.

A VS can be appointed for up to one year. Their positions are not normally renewed after this time, except where a compelling case can be made for an ongoing association. There is no associated salary or honorarium and a VS is not formally employed by the University of Sheffield. A bench fee may apply to cover related costs.

When applying, a VS should supply an up-to-date CV and a completed application form, available to download on the right-hand side.

Applications should be directed in the first instance to the Departmental Manager, Mark Steele (m.steele@sheffield.ac.uk), for consideration by the School's Research Committee.