The Office of Academic Resources (OAR), Chulalongkorn University, welcomes international affiliates, including library and information professionals and researchers, to join the Chula-Global Library Visiting Fellowship Program 2026.
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When is the Application Deadline:
31 December 2025 (23:59 Thailand local time)
Tell Me About The Award:
The Chula-Global Library Visiting Fellowship Program 2026, hosted by the Office of Academic Resources (OAR), Chulalongkorn University, offers international library professionals, information specialists, and researchers a two-month residency in Bangkok, Thailand.
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The fellowship supports collaborative projects, academic publications, digital preservation work, research data initiatives, and studies focused on Thai and Southeast Asian cultures. Fellows join a multicultural research environment and engage directly with OAR’s collections, facilities, and expert staff.
Two fellowship tracks are available:
- Professional Practice Track – for professionals in librarianship, archiving, scholarly communication, and digital innovation.
- Research Fellowship Track – for scholars with strong publication records in Thai Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, or related fields.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Digital Preservation
- Research Data Management
- Archives & Multimedia Preservation
- Scholarly Communication
- Less-Dominant Culture Collections
- Machine-Learning Applications
- Library & Information Science
- Thai Studies
- Southeast Asian Studies
Type:
International visiting fellowship (2-month residency).
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be non-Thai citizens.
- Be current employees or affiliates of reputable universities or institutions.
- Have at least three years of relevant professional experience (for Professional Practice Track).
- Hold a terminal degree with research experience (for Research Fellowship Track).
- Demonstrate strong English proficiency.
- Obtain institutional approval to participate.
- Be able to commit to the full 2-month residency.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Review of complete application materials
- Assessment of project proposal (clarity, feasibility, relevance, impact)
- Interview via Zoom
- Final evaluation by OAR selection committee
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Open to all nationalities except Thai citizens.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Office of Academic Resources (OAR), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
How Many Awards?
- One (1) fellow will be selected for the 2026 cycle.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Stipend: 230,000 THB
- Subject to 15% withholding tax
- Intended to cover visa fees, airfare, accommodation, insurance, and program expenses
- Two stipend installments:
- First after arrival (post administrative processing)
- Second after program completion and submission of final report
- Access to OAR’s archives, Thailand & ASEAN Information Center, and digital collections
- Collaboration opportunities with OAR’s academic and professional staff
- Support for research publications or professional practice projects
How Long Will the Award Last?
Two (2) months
Residency options:
- May 1 – June 30, 2026
- June 1 – July 31, 2026
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit the following PDF documents (max 10 MB each) in English:
- Current CV with photo
- Detailed project proposal (2,000–5,000 words)
- Permission/approval letter from current institution
Applications must be submitted through the official application portal.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
Chula-Global Library Visiting Fellowship Program 2026
