Zhejiang University (ZJU) is one of the top five universities in China. It is located in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province. Zhejiang Province is a vibrant center of entrepreneurial business and Hangzhou's West Lake is one of China's most impressive tourist attractions.

Program Orientation
Opportunity for independent research or study for one month.

Academic Program

• ZJU is a comprehensive university with leading programs in law, business & management, economics, medicine, and natural sciences.
• Strong Chinese language proficiency required.

Housing
Housing is provided.

Eligibility
You may apply if you

• Are a tenure-line faculty member (including librarian) or research scientist/scholar at any IU campus. Non tenure-line faculty members whose evaluation criteria for promotion include research or creative activity are also eligible with an explanation in the letter of support from their dean or chair.
• Have a clear research agenda that can be accommodated by Zhejiang University.

How to apply for this Program

• Online application (see link below)
• Mandatory support documents

Application deadline

• November 16, 2012
• Notification by January 11, 2013

Financial Support

• OVPIA provides funds for the cost of round-trip airfare.
• ZJU provides accommodations and a living stipend.
  

Selection Process

• OVPIA will seek a preliminary recommendation from the University Committee on Asian Exchanges.
• A final recommendation from the International Affairs Exchange Review Committee will be required before sending dossiers to partner institutions for final approval.

Proposal Instructions

• Candidates may apply to use positions in a variety of ways.
• We invite proposals to conduct research, consult with colleagues, or offer lectures or short courses.
• Applicants should indicate how their proposals are important to their professional development, the development of a school or departmental affiliation, or the development of the partner institution.
• Research proposals should include an outline of the project and should specifically identify local resources the candidate would employ.
• An applicant who proposes to offer lectures or a short course should provide confirmation that his/her topics are of interest to colleagues at the partner institution.