Sandrine MARCHAND

Sandrine MARCHAND is a HDR lecturer in Chinese at the University of Artois, affiliated with the UFR of Languages and Civilizations. Her research focuses on contemporary Taiwanese literature, creative process studies, and translation practices. She holds a Habilitation to Supervise Research (2016) and a PhD in Far Eastern Studies (1995) from Paris VII, with expertise in classical Chinese literature and modern Taiwanese narratives.

**Education & Qualifications:**

• 2016: HDR, Aix-Marseille University
• 1995: PhD, Paris VII University
• 1994-1995: Hosei University Research Fellowship (Tokyo)
• 1992: Master's in Philosophy (Paris I)
• 1990: Master's in Chinese (INALCO)

**Research Interests:**

• Contemporary Taiwanese literature (poetry/novels)
• Work genesis and creative processes
• Translation theory and practice
• Cultural memory studies
• Comparative East Asian literature

Her work centers on Taiwanese author Wang Wen-hsing’s creative process and textual dynamics, blending genetic criticism with cultural analysis.

**Awards & Grants:**

• 2019-2020: Chang Ching-Kuo Foundation Grant for Wang Wen-hsing’s novel translation
• 2014-2015: CNRS delegation at ITEM
• 1992-1993: Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation Research Grant

**Teaching & Responsibilities:**

• Master’s courses on Taiwanese literature, classical Chinese poetry, and cultural history
• Member of Textes et Cultures Research Center (University of Artois)
• Associate member of ITEM (CNRS)

Her research bridges transcultural studies and genetic criticism, exploring how Taiwanese literature negotiates memory, identity, and transnational dialogue.