Apply now for Atlas – France to Chinese-speaking Worlds Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Fondation Maison des Sciences de l’Homme (FMSH) and the Centre d’études français sur la Chine contemporaine (CEFC) invite applications for mobility grants under the Atlas Programme. This opportunity supports postdoctoral researchers in France for a two-month research stay in sinophone field sites. The application deadline is 8 February 2027. This programme aims to promote short-term postdoctoral mobility by supporting researchers whose projects align with CEFC’s scientific policy. It encourages interdisciplinary research and aims to foster collaboration with CEFC researchers and partners in Chinese-speaking regions. Supported projects should involve original research in the humanities or social sciences, with a focus on fieldwork in Chinese-speaking worlds. Interdisciplinary approaches are encouraged. This grant supports researchers in expanding their academic networks and contributing to the broader understanding of Chinese-speaking regions through innovative research. It provides financial backing and a platform for postdoctoral scholars to advance their studies and professional collaborations. What is the funding amount? The grant provides €1,500 per month for two months. Who can apply for this opportunity? Postdoctoral researchers residing in France who are citizens of EU countries and have defended their PhD between 2021 and 2026. What is the deadline for application? The deadline is 8 February 2027, 17:00 (Paris time). What fields of study are eligible? Projects must be in the humanities or social sciences with a focus on sinophone fieldwork. How are applications submitted? Applications must be submitted online via the designated platform in French. Eligible researchers should review the detailed application guidelines on the official FMSH website and complete their application by the deadline. For further inquiries, contact [contact details removed].