The KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 is a prestigious opportunity for emerging research leaders across the globe to conduct cutting-edge research at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia. The fellowship offers an ideal platform for talented PhD holders to build independent academic careers while addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Successful applicants will receive generous financial support, world-class mentorship, and access to KAUST’s state-of-the-art research facilities.
KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme
KAUST aims to attract and nurture promising early-career scientists through this fellowship, helping them launch their careers in an international and innovation-driven environment. Fellows are expected to design and lead a three-year research project aligned with KAUST’s priority areas.
IIAS Asia in the World Fellowship Programme 2026–2027 (Funded)
Host country
Saudi Arabia
Deadline
15 January 2026
Eligibility Criteria for the KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Hold a PhD awarded after January 2022
- Complete their PhD degree before the fellowship start date
- Be willing to relocate to KAUST for the full three-year duration of the fellowship
- Secure a KAUST faculty member as host for their proposed research
- Propose a research plan that aligns with at least one of KAUST’s core themes:
- Health & Wellness
- Sustainable Environment & Essential Needs
- Energy & Industrial Leadership
- Economics of the Future
Benefits
- Research grant of up to USD 40,000
- Annual living stipend of USD 75,000
- Full medical insurance coverage
- Free accommodation on the KAUST campus
- Schooling allowance for up to two children
- Relocation allowance for international travel
- Annual travel allowance for conferences and collaborations
- Professional development via mentoring schemes, teaching certificates (e.g., Harvard HE), and leadership training
- Global networking opportunities through KAUST’s partnerships with academic institutions, industries, and government agencies
Fellows will join a collaborative and forward-thinking research environment with access to high-tech labs, expert colleagues, and world-renowned Principal Investigators. The university offers a dynamic academic setting tailored for interdisciplinary breakthroughs and long-term career development.
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How to Apply for KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Updated CV (maximum 4 pages), including full list of publications
- Two published research papers (submitted as a single PDF)
- A detailed research proposal using KAUST’s official template
- Letter of support from a KAUST Host Principal Investigator
- Two recommendation letters (to be submitted via the online portal upon request)
APPLY FOR THE KAUST GLOBAL POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
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