Research Writing Retreat 2026

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed international university in Abu Dhabi invites distinguished scholars to apply for its Research Writing Retreat focused on the study of the Arab world for Winter and Spring 2026. This two-week fellowship covers travel, accommodation, and meals, fostering a scholarly community for advancing research in the Humanities. Applicants will contribute to intellectual discussions through group dinners and a panel presentation.

Benefits

Travel costs covered

Accommodation provided

Meals included

Qualifications

• Outstanding scholarly accomplishments.
• Strong publication record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in group dinners with fellow scholars.
• Meet with faculty for lunch discussions.
• Present research at a panel presentation.

Job description

The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World invites distinguished scholars to apply for its Research Writing Retreat to be held in Winter 2026 and Spring 2026. Taking place at NYU Abu Dhabi this two-week retreat aims to foster a scholarly community for up to 8 scholars from around the world and to advance research projects in all areas of the Humanities related to the study of the Arab world its rich literature and history its cultural and artistic heritage and its manifold connections with other cultures. Scholars will have the opportunity to work on any type of academic writing including a research article book manuscript chapter or essay.

Applicants may indicate their preferred term (Winter or Spring) and we will do our best to accommodate these preferences. Final placements will be determined based on cohort availability and budget confirmation.

The fellowship will cover the scholars travel costs to and from Abu Dhabi accommodation and meals for the duration of the two-week retreat.

Expectations during the residency:

• Three groups dinners with fellow scholars and select NYUAD faculty
• One lunch meeting with NYUAD faculty or HRF Research Fellow
• One research panel presentation

Retreat Dates:

• Winter 2026: January 12-23 2026
• Spring 2026: May 11-23 2026

About NYUAD Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World

The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World program creates an energetic multi-faceted research environment for the Humanities and the study of the Arab world. Fellows contribute to NYUADs intellectual community through research and research-related activities including sharing their work in progress with NYUAD faculty and students and participating in scholarly networks engaged in ongoing research. For more information visit our website: welcome applications from international senior scholars with outstanding scholarly accomplishments and mid-career scholars with strong publication records and exceptional scholarly promise.