Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Pakistan Studies

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Pakistan Studies

Oxford School of Global and Area Studies, 12 Bevington Road, Oxford OX2 6LH

The Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Pakistan Studies, funded by the Rangoonwala Foundation. Working with Professor Adnan Naseemullah, the successful candidate will pursue an original programme of research while helping develop Pakistan Studies at Oxford.

The Fellow will undertake independent research on Pakistan, publish high-quality outputs, present research at conferences and seminars, organise research events, contribute to teaching in Global and Area Studies and South Asian Studies, supervise MSc dissertations, and contribute to the wider intellectual life of OSGA.

The role is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a start date of 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

You will hold (or be close to completing) a relevant doctorate by the start date, awarded no earlier than five years before 1 January 2026. You will demonstrate excellent research, publication and communication skills, together with a commitment to postgraduate teaching and supervision.

• High-quality publications or clear publication potential.
• Teaching and supervision experience.
• Experience organising seminars or conferences.
• Collaborative and inclusive approach.

• 38 days' annual leave (inclusive of public holidays).
• Generous family leave and pension scheme.
• Cycle loan, travel discounts and season ticket loans.
• Access to University social, cultural and sports facilities.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon (UK time) on Tuesday 1st September 2026. Only applications received by this time can be considered.

are to be held online on Monday 28th September 2026.

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