Postdoctoral Fellowship in Musicology and Art Theory at Shenzhen University
Shenzhen University is recruiting postdoctoral researchers for Professor Liu Kun's team in the Faculty of Arts for 2026. The positions are focused on Musicology (including ethnomusicology, music criticism, history, and music education) and Art Theory. Applicants with backgrounds in musicology, art studies, cultural studies, or history are encouraged to apply, with priority given to those with relevant expertise and significant research achievements.
Applicants must have completed their doctoral degree within the past three years, be under 35 years old, and demonstrate strong English reading and writing skills. Additional requirements include strong research and innovation capabilities, teamwork, academic ethics, a rigorous scientific attitude, good health, and the ability to meet job requirements. Full-time engagement is required, and applicants cannot apply for postdoctoral research in the same first-level discipline as their doctoral degree institution.
The position offers an average annual salary of approximately 330,000 yuan, with eligible researchers receiving a living allowance of 180,000 yuan per year (up to 360,000 yuan total). The university provides a comprehensive annual salary of around 150,000 yuan. Upon completion of research, Shenzhen offers a subsidy of 360,000 yuan, which can be used for research or early-stage business expenses. Outstanding postdoctoral fellows may apply for faculty positions and can apply for research grants as principal investigators during their tenure. Funding policies are subject to updates according to the latest official documents.
To apply, candidates should send their resume and electronic documents of representative academic achievements from the past five years to the supervisor's email ([email protected]). Those who pass the initial review will be invited for an interview and should prepare a personal resume, degree certificate, academic achievements, a preliminary research plan, and a letter of recommendation from their doctoral supervisor. For more information, refer to the provided LinkedIn links.