Research Writing Workshop 2026

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

Job summary

An esteemed academic institution invites distinguished scholars to apply for its Research Writing Workshop, which aims to foster a scholarly community and advance research projects related to the Humanities and the Arab world. The fellowship covers travel costs to Abu Dhabi, as well as accommodation and meals. Participants will engage in scholarly activities, including presentations and discussions. Applications are welcomed for Winter or Spring 2026.

Qualifications

• Outstanding scholarly accomplishments required.
• Strong publication records for mid-career scholars preferred.
• Exceptional scholarly promise for mid-career applicants.

Responsibilities

• Participate in group dinners with faculty.
• Present research at a panel.
• Engage in a scholarly community and activities.

Job description

The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World invites distinguished scholars to apply for its Research Writing Workshop to be held in Winter 2026 and Spring 2026. Taking place at NYU Abu Dhabi this two-week workshop 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 workshop.

Expectations during the workshop:

• 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.