Pearsall Fellowship in Naval and Maritime History
One-year postdoctoral fellowships at the University of London support research on any aspect of naval and maritime history with mentorship and resources at the Institute of Historical Research.
Funder: University of London - School of Advanced Study
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: £40,914 for a one-year postdoctoral fellowship; two fellowships awarded annually
Summary: A one-year postdoctoral fellowship supporting research in any aspect of naval and maritime history, with mentorship, resources, and training at the Institute of Historical Research.
Description
This fellowship provides two one-year postdoctoral Visiting Fellowships in Naval and Maritime History at the Institute of Historical Research (IHR), University of London. Supported by the Alan Pearsall Bequest and the IHR, the program aims to help early-career historians advance their research and professional development. Fellows receive comprehensive mentorship, including career guidance, job and fellowship application support, mock interviews, and advice on publication and grant proposals. Additional benefits include access to the Wohl Library, electronic resources, seminars, events, research training courses, and exclusive workshops. Projects may focus on any aspect of naval and maritime history from the fall of the Roman Empire to the present day.
