Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Wenner-Gren Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowship funds recent anthropology PhDs to publish innovative research that advances the field through books, articles, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Funder: Wenner-Gren Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 for 9 months of full-time writing; prorated for shorter periods; up to 20 fellowships awarded annually
Summary: Supports recent PhDs in anthropology and related fields to publish research that advances anthropological knowledge and fosters innovative scholarship.
Description
The Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to provide recent PhDs in anthropology and related fields with the resources and protected time needed to publish significant research. The fellowship supports the preparation of books, monographs, journal articles, book chapters, or combinations thereof. The program encourages proposals that integrate comparative perspectives, innovative methodologies, cross-subfield collaboration, and new genres of scholarly communication. There are no restrictions on methodology, research location, or applicant nationality, and independent scholars are welcome to apply. The foundation prioritizes projects demonstrating clear focus, significant progress, and a compelling vision for contributing to the field of anthropology.
