Summary
The Asia House Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for early-career professionals to engage in impactful research addressing key issues across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. This 12-month program allows selected Fellows to produce original research, contributing to significant policy discussions and global knowledge.
- 📅 Application Period: Now open for the Asia House Fellowship 2026/2027.
- 🌍 Fellowship Overview: Two positions available for early-career professionals focused on Asia and the Middle East relations.
- 📝 Research Focus: Fellows will complete a 12-month project on issues such as:
- 🌏 Geopolitics & Trade
- 💻 Technology, Data & AI
- 🌱 Energy & Sustainability
- 📚 Research Goals: Aimed at solving real-world challenges for business and policy leaders.
- 🌐 Global Impact: Research will be published and shared with senior figures in government, business, and technology.
- 💰 Stipend: £24,000 over 12 months.
- 🌍 Eligibility:
- Must have a Master’s and/or PhD by October 2026.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Early career professionals with leadership potential and a keen interest in Asia/Middle East issues.
- 📝 How to Apply: Submit CV, personal statement, research outline, and two referees to fellowship@asiahouse.org.
- ⏰ Application Deadline: 31 January 2026, 23:59. No late applications accepted.
Designation
Research Fellow
Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Geopolitics and trade, Technology, Data and AI, Energy and Sustainability |
| Location | Remote/Global |
| Stipend | £24,000 (paid in equal instalments over 12 months) |
| Application Deadline | 31 January 2026, at 23:59 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed a Master’s and/or PhD by October 2026
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Early stage of career
- Strong interest and knowledge of economic, political, and commercial issues affecting Asia and/or the Middle East
- Self-driven and enthusiastic with leadership potential
Description
The Fellowship aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders passionate about shaping dynamic relationships between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Through rigorous research, Fellows will address critical issues in geopolitics, trade, technology, and sustainability. Research outcomes will be published and shared with a wide network of decision-makers across government, trade, business, and technology.
How to Apply
To apply, send the following documents to fellowship@asiahouse.org:
- CV (maximum two pages) detailing your academic and leadership experiences
- A personal statement including:
- Motivation for applying to the Asia House Fellowship
- An example demonstrating your ability to drive a project independently
- An outline of your proposed research project (maximum two pages)
- Contact details of two professional or academic referees
Last Date for Applying
31 January 2026, at 23:59
Make sure to submit your application before the deadline as late submissions will not be accepted.
