Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in African Studies, University of Oxford

The University of Oxford invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in African Studies (2026). Hosted by the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies, the fellowship is based at the African Studies Centre and is intended for early-career researchers worldwide. The position is a fixed term of 2 years starting around October 2026, offering mentorship, access to facilities and opportunities to publish and develop an international scholarly profile.

Competitive UK academic salary package, access to world-class research facilities, mentorship and career development support.

Open to early-career researchers worldwide.

Applications submitted through the official Oxford recruitment portal.