American University of Sharjah (AUS) Postdoctoral Fellowship Award 2025-2026
- Omran Aburayya
- 7 days ago
- 2 min read
If you're an early-career researcher or creative professional seeking a transformative opportunity, the American University of Sharjah (AUS) Postdoctoral Fellowship Award 2025-2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded, two-year fellowship offers a prestigious platform to conduct high-impact independent work across disciplines, within one of the UAE’s most vibrant and interdisciplinary academic communities.
🎓 Fellowship Summary
Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Host Institution: American University of Sharjah (AUS)
Target Group:
Postdoctoral researchers and creative professionals from all nationalities
Eligibility: PhD or terminal degree awarded within the last 3 years
Fields of Focus: Sciences, engineering, business, social sciences, humanities, creative arts, and more
Value & Coverage:
Up to AED 20,000/month (≈ USD 5,400) plus benefits
Additional benefits include health insurance, airfare, residency fees, free housing (subject to availability), and end-of-service indemnity
Duration: 2 years (full-time)
Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
Eligibiliy: Applicants must have a faculty supervisor from AUS; optional teaching opportunity (one course per year)
📘 Fellowship Overview
The AUS Postdoctoral Fellowship Award is a highly competitive, fully funded program designed to support innovative and interdisciplinary research or creative endeavors. Fellows benefit from a vibrant academic ecosystem, unparalleled research infrastructure, and a culturally diverse, collaborative campus environment.
🎁 Benefits
Generous stipend and full benefits, facilitating a comfortable and focused research experience
Professional mentorship—each fellow is guided by a dedicated AUS faculty supervisor
Access to world-class resources: laboratories, studios, libraries, and more
Teaching and development opportunities: optional teaching experience (up to one course/year), workshops, and public presentation platforms
A dynamic scholarly community with a global outlook and regional impact
✅ Eligibility Criteria
PhD or terminal degree completed within the past 3 years
Secure a faculty supervisor at AUS before applying
Open to all nationalities and academic backgrounds
Applicants who are AUS PhD graduates may be ineligible
📝 Application Procedure
Secure mentorship: Identify and secure support from an AUS faculty member willing to supervise your project
Prepare your application including:
CV
Research proposal
Letter of support from supervisor
Personal statement, transcripts, and certificates (plus portfolio if applicable)
Submit via AUS employment portal before 30 September 2025
Inquiries: postdoc@aus.edu
