KAUST Global Fellowship Program aims to attract and support outstanding emerging research leaders and scientists from around the world to build their path towards a fully independent career.

Funding Organization: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

Research Scope: Health & Wellness, Sustainable Environment & Essential Needs, Energy & Industrial Leadership, and Economies of the Future

Applicants Eligibility:
• Must have been awarded a Ph.D. degree, within four calendar years (i.e., those applying in January 2026, must have received their Ph.D. after January 2022 inclusive);
• Must expect to complete their Ph.D. before the start of their Fellowship;
• Must be ready to move to KAUST to undertake their proposed three-year research project;
• Must identify in their application a KAUST faculty member who has confirmed and agreed to host them and their research project, if successful.

Proposal Eligibility:
• Focus on one or more of the KAUST research priorities: Health & Wellness, Sustainable Environment & Essential Needs, Energy & Industrial Leadership, and Economies of the Future;
• Have an outline for a three-year duration;
• Follow the budget and financial guidelines of the call;
• Use the provided template.

Maximum Award: Each fellow receives up to $40,000 to support their research proposal. Additionally, the fellowship offers a yearly living stipend of $75,000, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, accommodation, schooling for up to two children, relocation support, and an annual travel allowance.

Application Process: Applications must be drafted in English using the provided templates and must be submitted via the online application form. Application instruction can be found at https://kgfp.kaust.edu.sa/how-to-apply

Application Deadline: 15 January 2026

Further information: https://kgfp.kaust.edu.sa/

For more information, please contact
Ms. Panida Suwannatheerak and Ms. Mananchaya Pissaparn
Tel: 0 2470 9654
Email: researchfollowup@kmutt.ac.th