Chinese University of Hong Kong, Research Institute for the Humanities
2026-28 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Institute Type:           College/ University
Location:                     Hong Kong, China
Position:                     Postdoctoral Fellow

The Research Institute for the Humanities (RIH) at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is recruiting for a number of post-doctoral fellowships in the humanities, working within the Faculty of Arts.

These fellowships will commence on 1 August 2026 and end on 31 July 2028.

Fellows are expected to pursue a major research project as proposed in their applications, attend RIH events, and actively participate in the intellectual life of the Faculty of Arts. Applicants whose research interests align with RIH’s current interdisciplinary projects may receive preference. Please refer to the RIH website for details on the six interdisciplinary research projects.

Qualifications: Applicants must have been awarded a Ph.D. by 31 July 2026 and should be no more than three years beyond receipt of the doctoral degree at the start of the fellowship. The appointment is non-renewable and cannot be held concurrently with other fellowships or academic positions.

How to apply: The application period for 2026 – 28 opens on 1 December 2025 and closes on 31 January 2026.

Applications will be accepted online through the CUHK Human Resources portal (Career Opportunities @CUHK/Administrative, Professional, Executive, Clerical, Technical & Research Posts/ Job Number: 2500021O). The following materials are required:

• A cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• A 1,000-word research statement explaining the originality and significance of the proposed project
• A 25-page writing sample in English
• Three reference letters (requested only for shortlisted candidates)

Benefits: Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fellows will also be eligible for research support for attending conferences and for other scholarly activities. More detailed information will be provided at a later stage in the process.

Potential applicants may direct questions about the search Ms. Basmah Lok, project coordinator at the RIH, at basmahlok@cuhk.edu.hk .