The Fellowship Program For Emerging Research Leaders

• Must be within four years of earning their Ph.D. or have a maximum of four years of post-Ph.D. research experience with a justified career break (see Guide for Applicants or the FAQs).
• Must expect to complete their Ph.D. prior to the start of their Fellowship.
• Must be ready to move in KAUST to undertake their proposed three-year research project.
• Must have a KAUST faculty member agreeing to host the applicant and support their independent research under this Fellowship, if successful.
• Applicants will need to include supportive evidence in regard to this agreement between them and the KAUST PI (e.g. Host PI support letter or email confirmation).
• People of all nationalities are welcome to apply.
• We encourage female applications for a better gender balance in science.

Notes:

• Candidates need to satisfy all Kingdom of Saudi Arabia requirements to obtain resident status.
• Check other details for proposal eligibility on the official website.