CSEAS Postdoc Fellowship 2027 at Kyoto University, Japan

Applications are now open for the CSEAS Fellowship 2027 at Kyoto University, Japan. This prestigious visiting fellowship offers scholars and professionals the opportunity to conduct advanced research on Southeast Asia in Kyoto for a period of 3 to 6 months.

The program is fully funded and provides a monthly stipend, international travel support, research funds, and domestic travel allowance. There is no application fee. It is open to accomplished scholars from around the world who are under 65 years old and have a strong research background in Southeast Asian studies or related fields.  You can check out more BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Visiting Research Fellowship (Post-PhD level)
• Host Country: Japan
• Host Institution: Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS), Kyoto University
• Fellowship Duration: 3 to 6 months
• Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
• Number of Fellowships: 5 (including 1 librarian position)
• Application Fee: None

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A monthly stipend to cover living expenses in Kyoto
• Financial support for international air travel
• Research funds to support their project
• Domestic travel allowance (subject to regulations)
• Access to excellent academic resources and libraries at Kyoto University
• Opportunity to live in scenic Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital
• Chance to join seminars, workshops, and academic events
• Platform to publish in CSEAS journals and book series

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Be an accomplished scholar of high standing
• Be under 65 years of age (applicants over 65 may be considered only in exceptional cases)
• Hold a PhD degree (or get prior approval from a CSEAS faculty member if you do not have a PhD)
• Not be currently enrolled in any graduate degree program or postdoctoral studies
• Have strong research experience related to Southeast Asia
• For the librarian position: Only experienced librarians are eligible
• Previous CSEAS fellows must wait six years after their last fellowship before reapplying

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How to Apply:

1. Fill the official online application form. (Click Here)
2. Prepare and attach the following documents in PDF format:
   • Curriculum Vitae (maximum 5 pages, including list of major publications)
   • Research Plan (maximum 2 pages, double-spaced – use the official form)
3. Send the documents by email to: [email protected]
4. Ask two referees to send their recommendation letters directly to CSEAS via email (on institutional letterhead).

Deadline: All applications must reach CSEAS by April 30, 2026.

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