Overview
Apply for the IPDS Non-Resident Research Fellowship 2026, a fully remote four-month honorary program for early-career researchers worldwide. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Complete research opportunity details
The Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) is inviting applications for its Non-Resident Research Fellowship. This fully remote fellowship runs for four months, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
The program is designed for early-career researchers with a completed MPhil/MS, current PhD enrolment, or a completed doctorate. Fellows work with an IPDS research centre, publish policy-relevant research, and join online academic activities.
Key Details:
Application Deadline: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Eligible Countries: Worldwide
Program Duration: Four months (may be extended by mutual agreement)
Program Location: Non-resident / fully remote (work from own country and time zone; online seminars)
Award Provider: Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS)
About this Program
The IPDS Non-Resident Research Fellowship supports researchers who want to produce policy-relevant work in peace, diplomacy, international affairs, and related fields. During the fellowship, selected fellows are affiliated with an IPDS research centre and contribute to its research agenda.
Fellows are expected to complete one policy paper of 3,000–5,000 words and two commentaries of 800–1,500 words each. In addition, they may support centre research through trackers, briefings, or literature reviews, as agreed with the centre lead.
The fellowship also includes regular academic engagement. Fellows take part in at least one online IPDS seminar or roundtable, hold a short monthly conversation with the centre lead, and submit brief written updates at the midpoint and close of the program.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have completed an MPhil / MS (research master’s), be currently enrolled in a PhD programme, or have completed a doctorate. Applicants must hold a degree in a discipline relevant to IPDS research. Examples include international relations, political science, peace and conflict studies, strategic studies, area studies, economics, international law, public policy, history, and gender studies. Applicants must have at least two published pieces. These may include journal articles, book chapters, policy briefs, working papers, or opinion pieces in recognised outlets. Applicants must be able to commit around 8–10 hours per week for four months. Applicants must demonstrate written English of publishable standard. Applicants with only a taught master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree are not eligible.
What Fellows Receive: Bylined publications with IPDS (policy paper and two commentaries); rigorous editorial review and written feedback from the IPDS Research Desk; appointment as Non-Resident Research Fellow with a profile on the IPDS website; certificate of Fellowship and letter of completion; opportunities to speak at IPDS online seminars and be considered for IPDS dialogues and forums; potential route to peer review in the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (subject to journal review); networking with an international cohort. Program Components One policy paper (3,000–5,000 words); two commentaries (800–1,500 words), one in each half of the fellowship; contribution to centre research as agreed with the centre lead; participation in at least one online IPDS seminar or roundtable; short monthly conversations with the centre lead; brief written updates at midpoint and close. How to Apply Applicants should complete the official application process on the IPDS website. Before applying, prepare the required materials carefully.
CV Single-authored writing sample of at least 1,500 words Proof of degree or enrolment Research proposal (500–800 words) Statement of purpose (300–500 words) Details of one academic referee List of selected publications (at least two) Application form fields covering personal and academic information
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