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Advanced Research Opportunities at AQIRI
Postdoctoral
Fellowships
Al-Qamar Islamic Research Institute offers postdoctoral fellowship opportunities for scholars who have completed their PhD and wish to pursue advanced research in Islamic Studies and related interdisciplinary fields.
How to apply ↓Fellowship Program
Advanced research with a clear scholarly purpose.
The fellowship program supports serious academic research, publication development, scholarly writing, manuscript preparation, journal articles, book projects, and collaborative research connected with AQIRI’s academic vision.
Applications are welcomed in Islamic Studies, Qur’anic Studies, Hadith and Seerah, Islamic law, Islamic thought, Muslim history, religion and society, humanities, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Fellowship Areas
Fields of inquiry
AQIRI’s scholarly work spans the major disciplines of Islamic Studies, together with relevant areas of the humanities and social sciences.
Hadith & Sunnah Studies
Hadith sciences, transmission and criticism, major hadith collections, and studies of the Prophetic Sunnah.
Seerah & Prophetic Studies
The life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, with attention to leadership, society, diplomacy, and historical context.
Fiqh & Islamic Jurisprudence
Classical and contemporary Islamic law, schools of jurisprudence, legal opinions, and emerging questions of Muslim life.
Usul al-Fiqh & Maqasid al-Shariah
Principles of Islamic legal reasoning, interpretation of legal sources, and the higher objectives of Islamic law.
Aqidah, Kalam & Islamic Theology
Islamic beliefs, theological schools and debates, classical theological writings, and contemporary questions of faith and doctrine.
Islamic Philosophy & Intellectual Thought
Islamic philosophy, Muslim intellectual traditions, knowledge and ethics, and the development of Islamic thought.
Tasawwuf & Islamic Spirituality
Sufi thought and traditions, spiritual practice, ethics, classical texts, major scholars, and historical development.
Islamic History & Civilization
Muslim societies, states and dynasties, institutions, intellectual movements, and Islamic civilization’s historical development.
Islamic Culture, Literature & Arts
Arabic, Persian, and Urdu literary traditions, alongside Islamic art, aesthetics, and cultural expression.
Arabic Language & Islamic Texts
Arabic language and linguistics, classical texts, textual studies, manuscripts, translation, and interpretation.
Study of Religions
Academic, historical, textual, philosophical, and social-scientific approaches to religion, religious traditions, beliefs, practices, institutions, and communities.
Anthropology of Religion
Religion in cultural and social life, ritual, symbolism, religious identity, lived religion, sacred spaces, indigenous traditions, and the interaction of religion with society and culture.
Peace & Interfaith Studies
Interfaith relations, religious coexistence, peacebuilding, conflict transformation, reconciliation, religious diplomacy, dialogue, and civilizational engagement.
Islam, Society & Contemporary Issues
Identity, family, gender, technology, social change, globalization, and Islam’s relationship with contemporary society.
Islamic Ethics & Applied Moral Studies
Islamic moral thought and contemporary ethical questions in medicine, the environment, professional life, and society.
Islamic Economics, Finance & Business Ethics
Islamic economic thought, banking and finance, commercial practices, entrepreneurship, and market ethics.
Islam, Governance & Political Thought
Islamic political thought, governance, public institutions, leadership, citizenship, and Muslim political experience.
Islamic Education & Pedagogy
Islamic educational thought, religious education, curriculum, teaching methods, learning practices, and institutions.
Related Humanities & Social Sciences
Connected research in history, literature, philosophy, linguistics, sociology, anthropology, law, education, and cultural studies.
Fellowship Types
Choose the format that fits your research.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Independent research leading to an article, monograph, book chapter, edited volume, or policy-oriented academic paper.
Postdoctoral Publishing Fellowship
Develop publishable work, edit manuscripts, prepare scholarly books, support journal research, or contribute to AQIRI publication projects.
Visiting Postdoctoral Fellowship
Collaborate with AQIRI for a limited period through research, lectures, workshops, publications, or academic projects.
Non-Resident Postdoctoral Fellowship
Work remotely while remaining academically associated with AQIRI for a defined research or publication project.
Eligibility
- A completed PhD or equivalent doctoral qualification
- A research background in Islamic Studies or a related field
- A clear research proposal and ability to produce scholarly work
- Commitment to academic ethics and research standards
- Strong writing, documentation, and communication skills
- Previous publications or research experience, where applicable
Final eligibility may vary according to the specific fellowship announcement.
Expected Outputs
- Research article, book chapter, or research report
- Monograph or edited-volume proposal
- Translation or critical-edition work
- Seminar, lecture, or workshop session
- Academic blog or public scholarship piece
- Contribution to AQIRI publication projects
- Final fellowship report
Professional Expectations
Fellows must maintain academic integrity, research discipline, confidentiality where required, proper citation practices, respectful communication, and timely submission of assigned work. AQIRI affiliation should be acknowledged in fellowship outputs according to institutional policy.
Application Requirements
Prepare a complete application file.
Applicant Documents
- Full name and contact details
- Academic CV and PhD degree details
- Institutional affiliation, if any
- List of publications
- Research proposal and statement of interest
- Writing sample
- CNIC / Passport copy and recent photograph
- Recommendation letter, if required
- Proposed duration and preferred mode
Research Proposal
- Title and background of the study
- Research problem, questions, and objectives
- Methodology and primary sources
- Expected contribution and output
- Work plan
- Selected bibliography
The proposal should be clear, focused, academically serious, and relevant to AQIRI’s research priorities.
Selection Process
Academic review in three stages.
Application Review
Applications are assessed by academic background, proposal, publication record, relevance, and project feasibility.
Shortlisting
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview, proposal discussion, clarification, or further documentation.
Final Selection
Selected fellows receive official communication covering terms, duration, responsibilities, reporting, and expected outputs.
How to Apply
Submit your fellowship application.
Send your CV, research proposal, writing sample, publication list, and relevant academic documents by email. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Email subject: Application for Postdoctoral Fellowship — Applicant Name
Apply at careers@aqiri.org ↗