$60,000 An Wang Postdoctoral Fellowship for Chinese Digital Humanities at Harvard – Apply by 15 Jan 2026

The Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies at Harvard University has opened applications for the An Wang Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2026 academic year. This prestigious fellowship is designed to support recent postdoctoral scholars who wish to conduct in-depth research in Chinese Digital Humanities and Social Sciences.

Selected fellows will receive a stipend of $60,000 for a one-year residency in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Additionally, the program provides $1,000 for scholarly activities. If you are a scholar with a project on any time period in China—from ancient to modern-day—and want to work toward publication at one of the world's leading universities, this is your opportunity. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.

Fellowship Overview & Key Details

Program Scope: What Will You Do?

The fellowship allows you to focus entirely on your research without teaching obligations. Project State: Well-designed projects at any stage are welcome—from initial research to final revision for publication. Topic Flexibility: Research can cover any time period in China (including modern-day) and can be from any academic area within the humanities and social sciences. Publication: Fellows are encouraged to work on getting their research ready for publication and may submit their work to the Harvard University Asia Center publications program.

Eligibility Criteria

This fellowship is highly competitive and targets early-career scholars. To qualify, you must meet the following requirements:

• PhD Timeline: You must have received your PhD within the last five years.
• Residency: You must be willing to reside in the Cambridge/Boston area for the duration of the 1-year award.
• Citizenship: There are no citizenship requirements. International scholars are welcome to apply.
• Language Proficiency: Non-native English speakers must provide evidence of proficiency (e.g., TOEFL score and date).

Note: Priority is given to candidates who have had no previous postdoctoral fellowships.

Financial Benefits

Harvard ensures fellows can live and work comfortably in Cambridge: Stipend: A base stipend of $60,000 for the year. Activity Fund: An additional $1,000 provided for scholarly activities (conferences, research materials, etc.).

How to Apply

The application process requires you to showcase your research potential. You will need to submit:

1. Cover Letter (1-2 Pages): State your interest, background, and a summary of your research project.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Research Proposal.
4. Writing Samples.
5. Two Letters of Reference.

Official Contact Information

Shirley Sun, Program Coordinator Fairbank Center for East Asian Research Attn: An Wang Fellowship 1730 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Phone: (617) 495-4007 Email: ndrake@fas.harvard.edu

Official Application Link: Click Here to Apply for An Wang Fellowship