KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025

The KAUST Global Postdoctoral Fellowship is a merit-based program to attract outstanding early-career researchers to KAUST to pursue their own research projects. Fellows receive access to KAUST facilities, equipment, and a strong support network, along with mentorship and development opportunities. The program supports postdocs from around the world to build a path toward an independent research career.

Funding for research, full access to KAUST facilities and tools, mentoring programs, leadership and professional development opportunities, and opportunities to network with international partners.

Must have been awarded a Ph.D. within the last four calendar years and be ready to move to KAUST to undertake a three-year research project. Must identify a KAUST faculty host who has agreed to supervise the research.

Submit online through the KAUST Global Fellowship application process, including a current CV, up to two selected publications, a concept note using the official template, and two reference letters.