진학프로석·박사 채용 접수 플랫폼

The KITLV invites scholars working in the fields of Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies to apply for a Visiting Fellowship.

Duration
Duration: 3 months

Period 1 1 September 2026 up to 1 December 2026 Period 2 1 December 2026 up to 1 March 2027

Eligibility
Candidates are invited to send in a proposal of the work they wish to carry out while at KITLV.

Fellows may work on a publication or research project of their own choice in the fields of Southeast Asian or Caribbean Studies. Applicants are not required to have an affiliation at a university or a research institute. They are, however, expected to have a steady income in the period of the Visiting Fellowship. The KITLV Visiting Fellowship is not a salaried position.

Our offer
The selected candidates will be offered:

• • A return air or train fare (economy) to and from the Netherlands;
• • Reimbursement of the costs of their accommodation in Leiden (including rent, energy costs, and if applicable service costs) up to a maximum of € 2,000 per month, based on proof of payment;
• • A monthly compensation for higher living costs in Leiden, as compared to the main place of residence (calculated on a case-by-case basis).

If needed, the KITLV can provide a formal letter of invitation and offer support in applying for a residence permit. The institute will not, however, assist in finding suitable accommodation. The latter is the fellow's own responsibility.

How to apply
Candidates are invited to submit their application in English. Applications must include:

• • A completed application form (download here)
• • A brief, two-page CV.

You can submit your application at the latest on 21 March 2026, midnight (CET). Please submit your application via the Apply Now button. You may address the application to the Program Chair, Prof. Dr. Ward Berenschot (do not email him your application).