The Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026-27 from IASH support early career arts, humanities, and social science researchers to conduct independent research at the University of Edinburgh.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application closing date (projected) | April 2027: Referees' submission deadline for confidential references (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £20,000 bursary for 3–10 months; may be combined with other postdoctoral funding.
Summary: Supports early career researchers in the arts, humanities, and social sciences with independent research fellowships at the University of Edinburgh.
This fellowship offers early career researchers in the arts, humanities, and social sciences the opportunity to advance independent scholarship at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH), University of Edinburgh. Fellows benefit from a vibrant intellectual community, dedicated office space, access to university resources, and a dynamic calendar of events. The program encourages interdisciplinary and innovative research, fostering connections with a global network of peers and mentors. Fellows are expected to be in residence in Edinburgh for the duration of the award and to contribute to the academic life of the Institute.