Toni Morrison Senior Fellowship 2027 in Sharjah: One-Year Residency for Scholars of African Diaspora Literature and Cultural Studies
Applications are now open for the 2027 Toni Morrison Senior Fellowship, offering a full-time, one-year residential research opportunity in Sharjah for established scholars and writers.
Overview
The Toni Morrison Senior Fellowship in African Diaspora Literature and Cultural Studies is a full-time, one-year residential research opportunity offered by The Africa Institute at Global Studies University in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The programme is hosted as part of the 2027 Research Fellowships Program and supports substantial research projects within an institution dedicated to the study of Africa and its global diaspora across the humanities and social sciences. The residency typically runs from September to June.
Eligibility
This fellowship is specifically designed for senior-level researchers and thinkers with an established body of intellectual work rather than early-career researchers or doctoral students. Eligible applicants include:
- Associate Professors
- Full Professors
- Scholars holding equivalent senior positions inside or outside academia
- Independent authors and public intellectuals with critical recognition for their writing and contributions in relevant fields
Benefits
The supplied information for the 2027 open call does not specify the exact financial package, salary, stipend, housing allowance, or health insurance provisions attached to the fellowship. Selected fellows receive a dedicated full-time residential research appointment based at The Africa Institute in Sharjah.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their new applications through the official Global Studies University application system.
- Review the fellowship requirements and ensure your profile matches the senior-level eligibility and African diaspora focus.
- Prepare your research project proposal focusing on African Diaspora Literature and Cultural Studies.
- Submit your application through the official portal before the closing date.
- For application questions or technical assistance, contact [email protected].
Deadline
The final application deadline is Wednesday, September 30, 2026.