About the Fellowship
The Fellowship in the Society of Fellows in the Humanities at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is a highly prestigious, fully funded opportunity for outstanding early-career postdoctoral scholars in the humanities. Hosted by HKU’s internationally renowned Faculty of Arts, this three-year fellowship is designed to foster independent, innovative, and interdisciplinary research within a vibrant scholarly community. Based in Hong Kong SAR, China, one of the world’s most dynamic global cities and a gateway to Mainland China, the fellowship offers exceptional opportunities for academic collaboration across Asia and beyond. Fellows benefit from an English-medium research environment, strong institutional support, and engagement with one of Asia’s top-ranked universities for Arts and Humanities, while developing robust research and teaching profiles.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: Fellow, Society of Fellows in the Humanities (Research Assistant Professor)
- Host Institution: The University of Hong Kong
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Society of Fellows in the Humanities, Faculty of Arts, HKU
- Location: Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Research Field(s): Humanities (all disciplines within the arts and humanities)
- Fellowship Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Level: Early-career
- Fellowship Duration: 3 years
- Expected Start Date: Between June and August 2026 (flexible)
- Working Hours: As per institutional academic norms
- Funding/Compensation: Highly competitive salary with benefits; salaries tax capped at 15% of gross income
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD in a humanities discipline
Supported Research Fields / Areas
- History
- Literature and cultural studies
- Philosophy
- Linguistics
- Area and regional studies
- Art history
- Comparative and interdisciplinary humanities research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD conferred after 1 January 2024 and no later than 30 June 2026
- Demonstrated excellence in humanities research
- Applicants must not currently hold a tenure-track position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong publication or writing record
- Interdisciplinary research interests
- Ability to contribute to a collaborative humanities research environment
Not Eligible:
- Applicants with PhDs awarded before 1 January 2024
- Scholars currently employed in tenure-track academic positions
Fellowship / Job Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Medical benefits and annual leave
- Conference and research funding support
- Low personal tax environment (maximum 15%)
- Access to HKU’s extensive academic and research resources
- Integration into a vibrant, international scholarly community
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent, high-quality humanities research
- Participate actively in the Society of Fellows research community
- Teach two courses during the fellowship period
- Submit a brief annual report outlining research and academic activities
- Engage in interdisciplinary activities within the Faculty of Arts
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Apply online via the University of Hong Kong careers portal
- Upload all required documents as part of the online application
Required Documents:
- Application form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter (maximum 300 words)
- Research proposal (maximum 1,500 words)
- Writing sample
- Three letters of recommendation (to be sent directly by referees)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Currently open
- Deadline: 28 February 2026
- Interview / Review Period: March–April 2026
- Final Results Notification: By the end of April 2026
- Fellowship Start Date: June–August 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: The University of Hong Kong
- Official Fellowship Notification: Society of Fellows in the Humanities
- Apply Online Here: click here
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