Stanford Next Asia Policy Lab Fellowships (Postdoctoral and Visiting Fellowships)

for five fellowship positions beginning in 2027. The fellowships support interdisciplinary, policy-relevant research on emergent social, cultural, economic, and political challenges in Asia. This listing encompasses three fellowship programs: two Next Asia Policy Postdoctoral Fellowships (2027–2029), one STINT-SNAPL Postdoctoral Fellowship (2027–2028), and two Next Asia Policy Visiting Fellowships (2027–2028). The Next Asia Policy Postdoctoral Fellowships support scholars pursuing interdisciplinary research and policy engagement on contemporary Asia. Fellows will lead a thematic collaborative research group and contribute to student programming, research, and publications. Research may address Talent Flows and Development; Nationalism and Racism; U.S.-Asia Relations; or Democratic Crisis and Reform. Applicants working on economic security are especially encouraged to apply. The STINT-SNAPL Postdoctoral Fellowship supports research on scientific policy and the internationalization of higher education and research in the Asia-Pacific, with preference for projects engaging with Swedish perspectives. The Next Asia Policy Visiting Fellowships support researchers and professionals from the Asia-Pacific region. One position is dedicated to research on the Philippines. Compensation and Benefits Postdoctoral fellows receive $83,000 annually plus benefits and are expected to be in residence at APARC. Visiting fellows receive a $30,000 supplementary stipend and are also expected to be in residence. Fellows participate in APARC and SNAPL activities and have access to Stanford research facilities and resources. Applicants for the postdoctoral fellowships must have received their PhD within three years of the fellowship start date. Visiting fellowship applicants must hold a PhD or have a substantial record of professional achievement and maintain an affiliation with an external institution. Application Deadlines : December 1, 2026 for the postdoctoral fellowships; March 1, 2027 for the visiting fellowships Application materials, eligibility requirements, and instructions are available at: https://aparc.fsi.stanford.edu/education/fellowship-and-training-opportunities/stanford-next-asia-policy-lab-fellowships