How to Apply or Nominate

The Fellowship call opens annually. Applications and nominations are jointly reviewed by IAS and the relevant NTU Colleges and Schools through a rigorous and highly competitive selection process, recognising scholars of exceptional calibre across disciplines worldwide.

Assessment is based on:

Research excellence and international standing
Interdisciplinary potential and alignment with IAS and NTU priorities
Capacity for mentorship, engagement, and community-building

Applicants and nominators will be informed of the outcome following completion of the review process.

Junior Fellows - To Apply

Junior Fellows apply directly to IAS through an open call.
Application period: 1 April 2026 to 31 May 2026 (23:59 SGT)

Required documents

Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages)
Application form including a research proposal (maximum 2 pages), outlining:
- Research objectives and methods
- Relevance to IAS and NTU
- Proposed collaboration plans and anticipated outcomes
Two letters of reference (including one from the current or most recent supervisor)
Letter of support from the proposed NTU host faculty

Application materials should be submitted as a single PDF to: [email protected].

Download Junior Fellow – Application Form
Download Junior Fellow - Annex A Letter of Support

Senior Fellows - To Nominate

Senior Fellows are appointed by invitation through nomination.
Nomination period: 1 April 2026 to 31 May 2026 (23:59 SGT)

Required documents

Nomination rationale (prepared by NTU host and endorsed by Dean, Chair, or IAS Director).
Curriculum Vitae (maximum 5 pages), including 3–5 key publications from the past five years
Joint Statement of Purpose (prepared by the nominee and NTU host), outlining:
- Research abstract and indicative budget (for planning and review purposes)
- State of the art and identification of key research gaps
- Research objectives and methodological approach
- Expected outcomes and strategic impact
- Proposed timeline of activities
- Potential NTU collaborators and the value of interdisciplinary engagement
- Four to six suggested international peer reviewers

Nomination materials should be submitted as a single PDF to: [email protected].

Download Senior Fellow – Nomination Form
Download Senior Fellow - Annex A Nomination Rationale Template
Download Senior Fellow - Annex B Joint Statement of Purpose