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Advanced Research Opportunities at AQIRI
Postdoctoral
Fellowships
Al-Qamar Islamic Research Institute offers postdoctoral fellowship opportunities for scholars who have completed their PhD and wish to pursue advanced research in Islamic Studies and related interdisciplinary fields.
How to apply ↓Fellowship Program
Advanced research with a clear scholarly purpose.
The fellowship program supports serious academic research, publication development, scholarly writing, manuscript preparation, journal articles, book projects, and collaborative research connected with AQIRI’s academic vision.
Applications are welcomed in Islamic Studies, Qur’anic Studies, Hadith and Seerah, Islamic law, Islamic thought, Muslim history, religion and society, humanities, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Fellowship Areas
Fields of inquiry
Focused areas for research, publication, training, and scholarly collaboration across the major disciplines of Islamic Studies.
Hadith & Sunnah
Hadith sciences, classical literature, and Prophetic guidance
Seerah & Islamic Civilization
Leadership, institutions, intellectual history, and civilization
Fiqh & Islamic Law
Jurisprudence, legal theory, Maqasid, and contemporary questions
Islamic Thought, History & Culture
Kalam, philosophy, Tasawwuf, literature, and culture
Comparative Religion & Interfaith
Dialogue, religious harmony, peacebuilding, and ethics
Academic Publishing & Research
Peer review, manuscript development, and scholarly training
Fellowship Types
Choose the format that fits your research.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Independent research leading to an article, monograph, book chapter, edited volume, or policy-oriented academic paper.
Postdoctoral Publishing Fellowship
Develop publishable work, edit manuscripts, prepare scholarly books, support journal research, or contribute to AQIRI publication projects.
Visiting Postdoctoral Fellowship
Collaborate with AQIRI for a limited period through research, lectures, workshops, publications, or academic projects.
Non-Resident Postdoctoral Fellowship
Work remotely while remaining academically associated with AQIRI for a defined research or publication project.
Eligibility
- A completed PhD or equivalent doctoral qualification
- A research background in Islamic Studies or a related field
- A clear research proposal and ability to produce scholarly work
- Commitment to academic ethics and research standards
- Strong writing, documentation, and communication skills
- Previous publications or research experience, where applicable
Final eligibility may vary according to the specific fellowship announcement.
Expected Outputs
- Research article, book chapter, or research report
- Monograph or edited-volume proposal
- Translation or critical-edition work
- Seminar, lecture, or workshop session
- Academic blog or public scholarship piece
- Contribution to AQIRI publication projects
- Final fellowship report
Professional Expectations
Fellows must maintain academic integrity, research discipline, confidentiality where required, proper citation practices, respectful communication, and timely submission of assigned work. AQIRI affiliation should be acknowledged in fellowship outputs according to institutional policy.
Application Requirements
Prepare a complete application file.
Applicant Documents
- Full name and contact details
- Academic CV and PhD degree details
- Institutional affiliation, if any
- List of publications
- Research proposal and statement of interest
- Writing sample
- CNIC / Passport copy and recent photograph
- Recommendation letter, if required
- Proposed duration and preferred mode
Research Proposal
- Title and background of the study
- Research problem, questions, and objectives
- Methodology and primary sources
- Expected contribution and output
- Work plan
- Selected bibliography
The proposal should be clear, focused, academically serious, and relevant to AQIRI’s research priorities.
Selection Process
Academic review in three stages.
Application Review
Applications are assessed by academic background, proposal, publication record, relevance, and project feasibility.
Shortlisting
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview, proposal discussion, clarification, or further documentation.
Final Selection
Selected fellows receive official communication covering terms, duration, responsibilities, reporting, and expected outputs.
How to Apply
Submit your fellowship application.
Send your CV, research proposal, writing sample, publication list, and relevant academic documents by email. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Email subject: Application for Postdoctoral Fellowship — Applicant Name
Apply at careers@aqiri.org ↗