Job Overview
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for the 2026 cohort of the AUS Postdoctoral Fellowship Award — a prestigious two-year opportunity for outstanding early-career researchers and creative professionals to pursue independent, high-impact work in a vibrant, interdisciplinary academic environment in the United Arab Emirates.
This highly competitive award supports original projects across the sciences, humanities, social sciences, engineering, business, and the creative arts.
Award Highlights
- Stipend: Up to AED 20,000/month (approx. USD 5,400), plus benefits
- Duration: 2 years (full-time)
- Eligibility: PhD or terminal degree awarded within the last 3 years
- Global Reach: Open to applicants of all nationalities and fields
- Mentorship: Applicants must secure an AUS faculty supervisor
- Optional Teaching: Opportunity to teach up to one course per academic year
Who Should Apply?
- Researchers business, science and engineering fields working on innovative solutions to global and regional challenges
- Social scientists and humanists addressing pressing societal, cultural, or historical questions
- Creative professionals whose work is research-informed and critically engaged with their field
Why Apply?
The AUS Postdoctoral Fellowship Award offers more than funding. Fellows will benefit from:
- Dedicated faculty mentorship
- Access to world-class facilities and research infrastructure
- A supportive and collaborative campus community
- Professional development opportunities and a platform to present work publicly
How to Apply?
Full program details and application form: [click here]
Inquiries: [email protected]
More Information
- Address United Arab Emirates
