Fellowships
JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme 2026New!!
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026 Start Date: By November 30, 2026 Location: Japan Program Overview Advanced postdoctoral fellowship program for early-career researchers from developing countries to conduct sustainability research in Japan. Organizations: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) and United Nations University (UNU) Host: UNU-IAS (Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies) Duration: 24 months […]
Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026New!!
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026 Award Ceremony: May 14-15, 2026 (Africa CEO Forum, Kigali) Overview Prize recognizing innovative young economists shaping Africa's economic thought and providing solutions to continental challenges. Organizers: About the Prize The Africa NextGen Economist Prize seeks to identify economists developing innovative concepts tailored to African realities and capable of influencing public […]
Growth Lab: Research and Staff OpportunitiesNew!!
Application Deadline: January 15, 2026 About Growth Lab Interdisciplinary team combining academic research with real-world policymaking to advance economic growth. 60+ faculty, fellows, and staff from 20 countries. Focus Areas: Current Openings Postdoctoral Research Fellow Focus: Innovation, cities, skills, scientific progress Responsibilities: Qualifications: Deadline: January 15, 2026 Economic Analysis & Data Management Fellow Focus: Urban […]
GovAI Summer Fellowship 2026: Research TrackNew!!
Application Deadline: January 4, 2026 (23:59 GMT) Overview Three-month fellowship for researchers and professionals interested in AI governance and policy. Organization: GovAI (Governance of AI) Focus: Research on AI governance topics of your choice Location: London, UK (in-person) Duration: June 8 - August 28, 2026 Who Should Apply Ideal backgrounds include: Fellowship Details Research Track: […]
Leaders Africa: Virtual Leadership Development ProgramNew!!
6-Month Virtual Program | Application Status: Closed for 2026-2027 Overview Leaders Africa is a virtual leadership development program for emerging African leaders seeking to drive positive change. Program Duration: 6 months (non-residential, virtual) Cohort Size: 35 emerging leaders from across Africa Focus: Values-based leadership and innovative change-making Founded: 2018 (in partnership with the Obamas) Who […]
Baden-Württemberg Early Career Rescue Fellowships 2026-2028New!!
Application Deadline: January 9, 2026 (11:00 AM CET) Overview Fellowships for early-career researchers whose work is restricted due to political pressure in the USA. Funded by: State of Baden-Württemberg, Germany Participating Institutions: Fellowship Details Awards: 14 Postdoctoral Fellowships Duration: 2 years Fellowship Period: July 2026 – November 2028 Salary: Up to €6,000/month (pre-tax, pre-mandatory German […]
SVRI Early Career Research Fellowships 2026New!!
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026 (11:50pm South African Time) Overview Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI), with Kering Foundation support, offers fellowships for early-career researchers in low- and middle-income countries. Funding Partners: SVRI, Kering Foundation, McGill University Focus: Violence against women and violence against children intersections Fellowship Awards Doctoral Fellowships: 2 awards Postdoctoral Fellowships: 2 awards […]
Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program 2026: Transform Your Impact on Democracy and DevelopmentNew!!
Application Deadline: January 15, 2026 (11:59pm PST) If you are a mid-career professional working to advance democratic practices, economic reform, and good governance in your country, Stanford University's prestigious Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise and expand your network among global leaders driving democratic change. About the Program […]
Claude Ake Visiting Chair 2026: Opportunity for African Social ScientistsNew!!
Closing Date: February 1, 2026 The Claude Ake Visiting Chair represents a prestigious opportunity for distinguished African scholars to advance their research while contributing to global conversations on peace, justice, and development. If you are a senior social scientist from an African university committed to social justice, this fellowship deserves your attention. What is the […]
