If you are an outstanding early-career researcher seeking a prestigious postdoctoral opportunity, applications are now open for the 2025 Peking University Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship. This highly competitive fellowship provides a platform for young scholars worldwide to conduct research at Peking University, one of China’s leading academic institutions. Established in 2016, the Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to attract top-tier talent from various disciplines, fostering academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration. Details in this article.
Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship Summary
Location: Peking University, Beijing, China
Host Institution: Peking University
Target Group: Early-career researchers from all nationalities
Study Level: Postdoctoral research
Funding: Annual pre-tax salary of 200,000 RMB, plus housing allowance and other benefits
Number of awards: 380 postdoctoral fellowships available
Duration: 24 months
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Fellowship Overview
The Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship at Peking University is a prestigious program that aims to nurture outstanding young researchers by offering an intellectually stimulating environment, access to world-class faculty, and the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research. Fields of Research include:
Natural Sciences
Humanities
Economics and Business
Information Technology and Engineering
Interdisciplinary Studies
Structure and Activities
Fellows will work under the mentorship of a Peking University faculty member, engaging in research that aligns with the university’s strategic priorities.
Research projects should demonstrate strong synergy with the host institution’s expertise and facilities.
Fellows will have opportunities to participate in academic conferences, seminars, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Peking University provides professional development opportunities, including training workshops and networking events.
Financial Arrangements and Benefits
The Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship offers a comprehensive funding package, including:
1). Financial Support
Annual pre-tax salary: 200,000 RMB
Housing allowance: 60,000 RMB for postdocs without access to university-provided housing
Additional subsidies: 30,000 RMB, 60,000 RMB, or 90,000 RMB per year (based on academic excellence and supervisor’s discretion)
Social insurance coverage
2. Career Development and Promotion
Postdocs with two years of research experience are eligible to apply for senior research positions at Peking University.
Access to collaborative research networks and potential pathways to long-term academic positions.
3. Other Benefits
Travel support for academic exchanges and conferences (subject to availability).
Visa assistance for international fellows.
Access to Peking University’s libraries, research centers, and laboratories.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for Boya Postdoctoral Fellowships, Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Hold a PhD degree obtained within the past three years.
Be under 35 years old.
Demonstrate academic excellence and strong research potential.
Secure a faculty supervisor at Peking University who will endorse their application.
Have a research proposal that aligns with Peking University’s academic strengths.
Current postdoctoral researchers at Peking University may apply if their contract expires within six months.
Application Procedure
Step 1: Identify a Supervisor
Applicants must contact a Peking University faculty member in their research field and obtain a written endorsement.
A list of departments and faculty members is available at: [Peking University Faculty Directory].
Step 2: Prepare Application Documents
All documents must be submitted in English or Chinese as a single PDF file. Required materials include:
Application Form for the Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship (Download here)
Endorsement Letter from the Peking University faculty supervisor.
Two Recommendation Letters, one of which must be from the applicant’s PhD advisor (addressing academic integrity).
Research Proposal, outlining how the project aligns with Peking University’s research priorities.
Step 3: Submission
Submit the completed application via email to the coordinator of the relevant school, department, institute, or center. A table of coordinators and their contact information is available on this webpage.
Selection Process
The selection committee evaluates applicants based on:
Academic excellence and research achievements.
Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project.
Strength of recommendations from PhD advisors and faculty supervisors.
Potential synergy with Peking University’s research strengths.
Application Deadlines & Timelines
• Round One (For PhD candidates graduating in 2025)
Application Period: January 1 – February 28, 2025
Preliminary Evaluation: March 20, 2025
Final Decision: Mid-April 2025
• Round Two (For PhD candidates graduating by July 1, 2026)
Application Period: September 1 – October 10, 2025
Preliminary Evaluation: November 10, 2025
Final Decision: Late November 2025
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