Unlock Global Governance Impact with ANZSOG Academic Fellowships 2026
Applications are open for two fellowship streams starting in 2026 Resident Academic Fellows for scholars from ANZSOG partner universities and Visiting Academic Fellows for researchers from other institutions in Australia New Zealand and beyond
Fellowship Streams and Duration
Resident Academic Fellowships run over four to six months and include a teaching buyout funded by your home university allowing you to work part time at ANZSOG
Visiting Academic Fellowships span one to three months offering travel accommodation and workspace support at ANZSOG locations for visiting researchers focused on sabbaticals or mobility programs
Purpose and Collaboration
The fellowships aim to strengthen engagement between scholars and public service practitioners by embedding your research within policymaking discussions contributing to strategic debates and connecting with ANZSOG faculty and government experts
Funding and Support
Resident Fellows receive a financial contribution of up to AUD 37 300 via teaching buyout to reduce their university workload and focus on joint projects
Visiting Fellows receive funding toward travel and accommodation expenses plus access to campus facilities and professional networks within ANZSOG
Eligibility Criteria
Resident Fellowships are open to academics employed at ANZSOG partner universities in Australia and New Zealand
Visiting Fellowships welcome applicants from other universities in the region as well as global institutions
All candidates must demonstrate a strong public governance research profile and a commitment to applied impact through engagement with the public sector
Why This Fellowship
ANZSOG offers a unique environment at the interface of governance research and public administration
Fellows contribute meaningfully to policymaking discussions enhance their research visibility and network with government and academic leaders while developing influential interdisciplinary partnerships
How to Apply
Submit an Expression of Interest by 7 August 2025 at 11 59 pm AEST
Include a proposed program of activity research impact statement CV and a letter of institutional support for Resident Fellows
Visit the ANZSOG Academic Fellowships page for detailed guidelines and application forms