Postdoctoral Fellow - Humanities Research Fellowship; Arab Studies - NYU Abu Dhab

Position Overview

This Postdoctoral Fellow role at NYU Abu Dhabi supports the Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World, offering early-career scholars the opportunity to conduct independent research related to the literature, history, culture, and artistic heritage of the Arab world. The fellowship includes residential research time, active participation in seminars, and contribution to NYUAD's intellectual community.

Country: UAE
City:
Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function:
Research
Salary: 9, monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality:
Any
Job Type: Full-time

• Conduct independent research in the humanities related to the study of the Arab world
• Produce scholarly work suitable for publication or development into a book manuscript
• Participate in HRF seminars, workshops, and scholarly events
• Present research through talks, workshops, or academic discussions
• Engage with faculty, fellows, and students to enrich the academic community
• Utilize NYUAD's research facilities, library access, and academic resources
• Contribute to interdisciplinary dialogue with related fields such as social sciences and arts

• PhD in a humanities discipline completed between September 2021 and September 2026
• Strong scholarly record or exceptional promise in Arab world studies
• Ability to develop high-quality research outputs
• Interest in interdisciplinary academic engagement
• Strong communication and academic writing skills
• Commitment to contributing to NYUAD's intellectual community

• Expertise in literature, history, cultural studies, philosophy, art history, or related fields
• Strong analytical and research capabilities
• Ability to develop and present scholarly work
• Experience conducting independent academic inquiry
• Interest in interdisciplinary scholarship and collaborative discussions
• Strong documentation and academic communication skills

• Residential fellowship with stipend, housing, and health insurance
• Research allowance and access to world-class academic facilities
• Opportunity to host workshops and engage in deep scholarly exchange
• Supportive academic environment with global university connections
• Contribution to a leading center of research on the Arab world
• Tax‑free compensation and comprehensive academic support

New York University Abu Dhabi is a global research university offering an international academic environment and world‑class facilities. NYUAD supports innovative research across humanities, arts, social sciences, and related disciplines, fostering a vibrant community of scholars connected across NYU's global network.