Applications for the AKPIA Paid Fellowship Program are now available for the academic session 2025/26. The Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at Harvard University is offering paid positions for Postdoctoral Fellows and Visiting Scholars. These roles let you do advanced research in Islamic art and architecture. If you just got your PhD or are an experienced scholar, you can apply for this AKPIA Postdoctoral Fellowship. The job includes full-time research, giving a lecture, and writing for the journal Muqarnas. You will have access to Harvard’s libraries and facilities and be active in the academic community.
Key Points:
- Paid positions for Postdoctoral Fellows and Visiting Scholars
- Focus on research in Islamic art and architecture
- Open to recent PhD graduates and experienced scholars
- Includes full-time research, a lecture, and writing for a journal
- Access to Harvard’s resources and facilities
- Be active in Harvard’s academic life
AKPIA Paid Fellowship for Postdoctoral Summary
| Fellowship In | USA |
| Host Institution | Harvadr University |
| Fellowship Type | Paid |
| Eligible For | International Posdoctorals |
| Last Apply Date | 20 February, 2025 |
Also See: Fully Funded OIT Fellowship 2025 by UK Government
Fellowship Benefits
The AKPIA Fellowship program is a Paid fellowship at Harvard University. It offers several key benefits:
- Financial Support: Receive a monthly stipend (Minimum $5633 Pre-Tax) to support your research.
- Exclusive Access: Use Harvard’s resources like libraries and museums for your research.
- Professional Growth: Present your research to the AKPIA community and publish in the journal, Muqarnas.
- Intellectual Environment: Be in a stimulating environment that supports both academic and professional growth.
- Community Engagement: Be part of an active academic community, attend lectures and symposia, and collaborate with faculty, students, and other scholars.
Fellowship Duration
The duration of the AKPIA Paid Fellowship is a Minimum of 3 months to a maximum of 12 months (September-May).
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have a PhD in Islamic Art History, Architectural History, Archaeology, or a similar field
- Needs experience in teaching, museum curation, or in-depth engagement in Islamic Art History
- Should have published work in related areas
- Excellent research abilities
- Proficient in English
- Additional Requirements
- Experience working in a research library, archive, special collection, museum, or similar place
- Can work independently
- Must live in Cambridge, MA during the appointment
Required Documents
- Write a cover letter
- Send your curriculum vitae (CV)
- Submit two samples of your writing
- Give the names and contact details of two references
- Provide a statement of research, including when you want to start and finish for the 2025/26 academic year
Important Dates
The review of applications will begin on February 20, 2025, and will continue until the positions are filled.
Application Process for the AKPIA Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025/26
The applicants can apply online easily for the AKPIA Fellowship for Postdoctoral. Below is a link to apply for the fellowship.
Apply Now For The AKPIA Paid Fellowship 2025/26