New York University Abu Dhabi
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Department of Film and Social Media Studies
Posted Sept. 25. 2026
YU Abu Dhabi, this two-week retreat aims to foster a scholarly community for up to 8 scholars from around the world and to advance research projects in all areas of the Humanities related to the study of the Arab world, its rich literature and history, its cultural and artistic heritage, and its manifold connections with other cultures. Scholars will have the opportunity to work on any type of academic writing, including a research article, book manuscript, chapter or essay.
The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World invites applications from established scholars for its Research Writing Residency, to be held at NYU Abu Dhabi from January 11-29, 2027.
The three-week residency will bring together an international cohort of up to ten scholars to advance an existing research project toward completion. We welcome projects in all areas of the Humanities related to the study of the Arab world, its rich literature and history, its cultural and artistic heritage, and its manifold connections with other cultures. Scholars may work on any type of academic writing, including a research article, book manuscript, chapter, or essay.
The residency is designed for scholars who are already well advanced in a research project and are in the writing, revision, or final stages of completing it. It is not intended for developing or beginning a new research project.
We welcome applications from mid-career and senior academics who are at least five years post-PhD, MFA or an equivalent terminal degree and have an established record of independent research. Applicants should normally hold an academic position at the level of Associate Professor or equivalent, or above.
The fellowship will cover the scholar’s travel to and from Abu Dhabi, accommodation, and meals for the duration of the residency.
Expectations during the residency:
• One weekend writing seminar with NYUAD faculty and fellows
• One research panel presentation
• Two group dinners with fellow scholars and select NYUAD faculty
• One individual meeting with NYUAD faculty or HRF Research Fellow
Required materials:
• Curriculum Vitae (up to 4 pages)
• Research Proposal (3-5 pages including references)
• Short-answer Form
The research proposal should indicate the current stage of the project, what the applicant aims to accomplish during the three-week residency and how being at NYUAD and/or the UAE would specifically support or benefit the project.
All application materials must be submitted in English.
To apply, please submit your application through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/193284
Deadline to apply: October 15, 2026.
For questions, please contact nyuad.humanities.fellowships@nyu.edu.
Posted Sept. 25. 2026
Call for Applications - Graduate Student Research Workshop (NYUAD)
"New Directions in the Study of the Arab World"
April 5–7, 2027
| The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World program invites applications from international doctoral students for its upcoming Graduate Student Research Workshop to be hosted in spring 2027 at NYU Abu Dhabi. The workshop provides the opportunity for advanced doctoral candidates who are currently in the writing stage to present, discuss, and receive valuable feedback on their Ph.D. research related to the Arab world. Accepted applicants will pre-circulate an English-language chapter of their project and orally present a short overview of the project, raising questions or challenges to be discussed with the group. Participants will read and discuss each other’s work in addition to presenting their own. They will be required to prepare a 10-minute presentation of their research project, which will be followed by 10 minutes of commentary from an assigned discussant, and a 35-minute open discussion. NYUAD-based scholars in a variety of disciplines will offer feedback on the students’ projects and questions related to research, writing, and professional development. The workshop is also an opportunity to meet, learn from, and develop relationships with colleagues in the field. Applications are encouraged for projects that range across the arts, humanities, and social sciences related to the study of the Arab world, broadly defined, its rich literature and history, its cultural and artistic heritage, and its manifold connections with other cultures. The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World program will cover travel costs to and from Abu Dhabi, accommodation, and meals during the three-day workshop. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a two-page statement about the research, a one-page work plan with the projected date of completion of the degree, an abstract of the chapter that would be presented, and a letter of recommendation from the dissertation advisor. Application materials must be submitted in English. Application process opens: September 15, 2026 Application deadline:October 15, 2026 Project selection by: mid-November 2026 Applications should be submitted on Interfolio. Apply here. |
Posted 21 Aug. 2025
NYU Abu Dhabi Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World (Postdoctoral Fellowship)
Call for applications
The NYU Abu Dhabi Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World (HRF) invites early-career scholars who wish to contribute to the vibrant research culture of NYUAD’s Saadiyat campus to apply for a residential postdoctoral fellowship, starting September 2026.
We welcome applications from recent PhD graduates (PhD in hand between September 2021 and September 2026) working in all areas of the Humanities related to the study of the Arab world, its rich literature and history, its cultural and artistic heritage, and its manifold connections with other cultures and regions. We particularly welcome interdisciplinary research applications for projects thematically connected to existing research projects and initiatives at NYUAD’s divisions of Arts & Humanities and Social Sciences (see https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/research.html).
The program awards up to two postdoctoral fellowships for the duration of the academic year (ten months). Each postdoctoral fellow receives a stipend and free housing, as well as health insurance, work space on campus, full access to NYUAD’s library facilities (with close connections to NYU’s main library in New York), a research allowance, an opportunity to host a small workshop, and support for travel to and from Abu Dhabi. Fellows are required to present their current research via a research talk or workshop, to attend their colleagues’ presentations, and to participate regularly in HRF seminars and related scholarly events.
We expect successful candidates to relocate to Abu Dhabi and commence their appointment on September 1, 2026, pending final approval and budget availability.
The fellowship program is hosted by the NYU Abu Dhabi Division of Arts and Humanities. For more information, please visit our website.
Applications are due January 5, 2026.
Applications should be submitted on Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/160447
For questions, please reach out to nyuad.humanities.fellowships@nyu.edu.