Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026-27
The IASH Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026-27 support early career researchers to pursue independent arts, humanities, or social science research at the University of Edinburgh.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (full application) | April 2027 (referee references)
Funding Amounts: Up to £20,000 bursary for 3–10 months; dedicated workspace and university access included.
Summary: Supports early career researchers worldwide to conduct independent arts, humanities, or social science research at the University of Edinburgh.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to recent PhDs (normally awarded 2023–2026) with no permanent academic post or prior IASH fellowship.
Description
The Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh offers Postdoctoral Fellowships to early career scholars from around the world. These fellowships provide an opportunity to pursue independent research in the arts, humanities, and social sciences within a vibrant, interdisciplinary intellectual community. Fellows benefit from a supportive scholarly environment, dedicated workspace, access to university resources, mentorship, and a range of events and seminars that foster collaboration and public engagement. Since its founding, IASH has hosted over 1,250 fellows from more than 65 countries, supporting innovative projects and building lasting professional networks.
