About the Fellowship
The Scott Opler Fellowship in Architectural History at Worcester College, Oxford is a prestigious two-year residential fellowship supporting advanced research in Renaissance and Baroque architectural history. Designed for early-career researchers and final-year doctoral candidates, this fellowship enables scholars to explore a wide range of topics, including urbanism, landscape and garden history, drawing and design theory, architectural representation, and related interdisciplinary areas. Fellows benefit from access to Oxford’s world-class libraries and archives, as well as a collegial environment fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. The fellowship encourages high-quality research outputs, publications, and presentations, offering a platform to establish an international research profile while contributing to the broader academic community.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: Scott Opler Fellowship in Architectural History
- Host Institution: Worcester College, University of Oxford
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Worcester College, Oxford
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
- Research Field(s): Architectural History, Renaissance Architecture, Baroque Architecture, Urbanism, Landscape and Garden History, Drawing and Design Theory, Architectural Representation
- Fellowship Type: Full-time Residential Research Fellowship
- Level: Early-career / Final-year PhD candidates or researchers within four years of PhD
- Fellowship Duration: Two years (fixed-term)
- Expected Start Date: 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Funding/Compensation: £37,694 per annum (stipend)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Ph.D., D.Phil., or equivalent research degree
Supported Research Fields / Areas:
- Renaissance and Baroque Architectural History
- Urbanism, Landscape and Garden History
- Drawing and Design Theory
- Architectural Representation and Publication
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Scholars of any nationality or academic affiliation
- Final-year doctoral candidates or researchers within four years post-PhD
- Demonstrated potential for high-quality research in architectural history
Preferred Qualifications:
- Publications, conference presentations, or research outputs in architectural history
- Experience in interdisciplinary or collaborative research
Not Eligible:
- Candidates beyond four years post-PhD without prior approval
- Individuals not in the final year of a doctoral program
Fellowship / Job Benefits
Monthly stipend or salary: £37,694 per annum
- Access to Oxford libraries, archives, and research facilities
- Residential fellowship with participation in academic seminars and events
- Professional development and mentorship in architectural history research
- Office space and institutional resources for research
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct original research on Renaissance or Baroque architecture
- Present research findings at academic conferences and through publications
- Participate actively in the academic life of Worcester College
- Collaborate with peers, faculty, and interdisciplinary research networks
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications and references should be sent by e-mail as MS Word or PDF documents, addressed to academic.recruitment@worc.ox.ac.uk.
Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal or project summary
- Two letters of recommendation
- Optional supporting documents (publications, endorsements)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 3 November 2025
- Deadline: 28 November 2025, 12:00 UK time
- Interview Period: January 2026
- Fellowship Start Date: 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: Worcester College, Oxford
- Official Fellowship Notification: Worcester College Fellowships
- Apply Online Here: email to – academic.recruitment@worc.ox.ac.uk.
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