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Richard Rooney Postdoctoral Fellowship in African Studies at the University of Toronto

🏛 African Studies Centre, University of Toronto 📍 Toronto, Canada 📅 2026
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About this opportunity

The Richard Rooney Postdoctoral Fellowship in African Studies is a fully funded academic opportunity hosted by the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto. It aims to support early-career scholars pursuing independent research on Africa and its diasporas, with a 12-month term and a salary package provided. Fellows engage with faculty mentors and participate in centre activities and public scholarship initiatives.

Benefits & funding

Annual salary, benefits, and a 12-month term

Eligibility

Completion of a PhD between June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2026; open to domestic and international candidates; eligible to begin by November 1, 2026.

How to apply

Submit a single PDF including cover letter, research plan, CV, and references to the specified application instructions; shortlisting will follow.

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