Applications are invited for Heritage Collections Research Fellowships from postdoctoral scholars in any area of the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, to carry out research based on any of the Heritage Collections held at the University of Edinburgh in 2026-27.
When is the Application Deadline:
24 April 2026 (by 17:00 GMT)
Tell Me About The Heritage Collections Research Fellowships:
The Heritage Collections Research Fellowship is a funded research residency hosted by the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH), University of Edinburgh. It supports postdoctoral scholars to carry out original, collections-based research using the University’s extensive Heritage Collections, which include archives, manuscripts, rare books, art, musical instruments, and other culturally significant materials collected over four centuries.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Arts
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Type:
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Who can Apply?
- Postdoctoral researchers worldwide
- Independent researchers and university-employed scholars
- Applicants must hold a PhD (normally awarded within the last five years)
- Applicants must not have previously held an IASH fellowship
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on academic excellence, quality and originality of the research proposal, relevance to the University of Edinburgh’s Heritage Collections, publications record, references, and demonstrated engagement with relevant University researchers and collections.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries (subject to UK immigration regulations)
Where will the Award be Taken?
University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
How Many Awards?
Not specified (up to 30 fellows may be in residence at any one time across IASH programmes)
What is the Benefit of the Heritage Collections Research Fellowships?
- £2,000 monthly bursary
- Up to £500 international travel allowance (if required)
- 3–6 months funded research residency
- Dedicated office space at IASH
- Full University library and email access
- Privileged access to Heritage Collections and Digital Scholarship Centre
- Academic mentor from CRC or relevant School
- Weekly Fellows’ lunches, seminars, and networking events
How Long Will the Fellowship Last?
3 to 6 months (between August 2026 and July 2027)
How to Apply:
Complete the online application form and submit all required documents, including 2–3 confidential references, by the deadline. Applicants must specify the Heritage Collection they intend to work with and outline proposed engagement activities.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
https://www.iash.ed.ac.uk/heritage-collections-research-fellowships
