UAE American University of Sharjah (AUS) Postdoctoral Fellowship Award 2026 - Fully Funded

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is one of the leading higher education institutions in the Middle East, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and cultural diversity. Founded in 1997, AUS offers a vibrant, international learning environment and is recognized for its world-class faculty, modern research facilities, and strong global partnerships. With a mission to address pressing societal, scientific, and technological challenges, AUS continues to attract scholars and creative professionals from around the world.

The university now invites applications for the AUS Postdoctoral Fellowship Award 2026, a prestigious two-year fellowship designed for early-career researchers and creative professionals. This fully funded fellowship provides an exceptional opportunity to conduct independent, high-impact research in a world-class academic environment in the United Arab Emirates.

Selected fellows will receive:

• Stipend: Up to AED 20,000/month (approx. USD 5,400)

• Duration: 2 years, full-time

• Benefits: Health insurance, airfare, residency fees, annual leave, end-of-service indemnity

• Housing: Free housing may be provided for single fellows (subject to availability)

• Professional Development: Career workshops, grant-writing training, leadership development

• Mentorship: One-on-one supervision from AUS faculty

• Teaching: Option to teach up to one course per academic year

• Networking: Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations and international exposure

• Postdoctoral Fellowship (Research and Professional Development Program)

The fellowship supports original projects across:

• Sciences

• Humanities

• Social Sciences

• Engineering

• Business

• Creative Arts

• Open to applicants of all nationalities worldwide

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a PhD or terminal degree awarded within the last three years

• Demonstrate strong research excellence with publications or creative achievements

• Propose work that aligns with AUS’s strategic research priorities

• Applicants with a PhD from AUS are not eligible

• Must secure an AUS faculty supervisor before applying

Applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format by September 30, 2025:

1. Completed Application Form

2. Research Proposal (max. 3 pages)

3. Curriculum Vitae or Creative Resume

4. Letter(s) of Support from AUS faculty supervisor(s)

5. Two Recommendation Letters

Applications should be sent to: [email protected]

Timeline

• Call Released: July 22, 2025

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025

• Evaluation Period: October–November 2025

• Notification of Award: December 7, 2025

• Fellowship Start: By April 15, 2026