The Michigan Society of Fellows invites applications for its prestigious 2026-2029 Fellowships in the humanities, arts, sciences, and professions. These positions offer recent Ph.D. graduates the opportunity to engage in research and teaching at a major research university, providing both financial and intellectual support. Fellows are appointed as Assistant Professors in relevant departments and Postdoctoral Scholars in the Michigan Society of Fellows for a three-year term, starting August 31, 2026.
The Society and the University of Michigan value contributions that address social, environmental, and technical challenges. Applicants are encouraged to highlight how their research, teaching, service, and outreach activities engage with these pressing issues. A comprehensive list of eligible departments for the upcoming fellowship term will be available on August 1.
The application period opens on August 1 and must be submitted electronically by September 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT. Prospective fellows can access the online application and obtain additional details by visiting http://www.societyoffellows.umich.edu/.
This is a unique opportunity for early-career scholars to further their research and academic careers in a supportive and collaborative environment.