University of Johannesburg 2025 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Fully Funded Postdoctoral Fellowships at the University of Johannesburg for 2025. Open to recent PhD graduates, the program offers multiple fully funded fellowships across disciplines for a 12-month term, with a possible second year subject to performance. The initiative aims to attract exceptional early-career researchers from across South Africa, the African continent, and the world.

Fully funded 12-month fellowship with potential renewal, mentorship, research collaboration opportunities, and support for research activities.

Applicants must have a PhD awarded within the past five years (or provide formal evidence that all degree requirements have been met), and must not have exceeded five years in any postdoctoral position. Candidates should demonstrate academic excellence and be available to be based full-time at Johannesburg for the duration of the fellowship.

Online application process with required documents uploaded in PDF format during a single-session application; includes research proposal and supporting documentation.