Applications are open for the ANZSOG Academic Fellowships 2026, a unique opportunity for academics interested in public governance. This opportunity is to collaborate with public service institutions, enhance their research impact, and engage with leading scholars and practitioners in the field.

Through this program, the Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) invites academics to contribute to its mission of transforming governance in the 21st century. Whether you’re from a partner university or an international institution, this fellowship enables deeper research, collaborative knowledge exchange, and engagement with real-world policy challenges.

Following a successful first round, the second round will offer Resident and Visiting Fellowships across both semesters in 2026. This initiative strengthens ties between universities and government sectors, fostering impactful scholarship at the intersection of academia and public service.

Fellowship Streams

The second round offers short-term fellowships for Semesters 1 and 2, 2026, in two streams:

• Resident Fellows: for ANZSOG partner university scholars for 4-6 months between February and November 2026.
• Visiting Fellows: for academics from other Australian, New Zealand, and international institutions for 1-3 months between February and November 2026.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: August 7, 2025, 11:59 PM AEST
• Fellowships Start: Semester 1 and 2, 2026
• Funding Type: Partially Funded
• Organizer: Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG)
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Academics in public governance and related fields
• Field: Public governance, public policy, and public administration
• Duration: 1 to 3 months (Visiting); flexible for Resident Fellows
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Australia/New Zealand

Fellowship Benefits

Applicants will benefit from the following items:

Benefits of ANZSOG Resident Academic Fellowships (2026):

• Flexible residency of 4 to 6 months
• Financial contribution of AUD 37,300
• Additional support for domestic travel costs
• Funding based on a teaching buyout model
• Alternative use of funds allowed for research-only academics
• Fellowship period: Must be scheduled between February and November 2026 (excluding January and December)

Benefits of ANZSOG Visiting Academic Fellowships (2026):

• Access to workspace (desk and meeting rooms) in Sydney or Melbourne
• Support for teaching and research engagement, including:
  • Guest lectures
  • Seminars and workshops
  • Outreach activities
• Financial support of up to AUD 8,000, covering:
  • Economy airfare
  • Local accommodation (approx. 20 days)
• Collaborative, intellectually rich environment with sector engagement
• Opportunities to network with ANZSOG faculty, scholars, and practitioners
• Participation in ANZSOG programs and events during the visit

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Eligibility – Resident Academic Fellows:

• Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand academics
• Employed at ANZSOG member universities (minimum 50% FTE at fellowship start)
• Hold a PhD in a relevant field
• Demonstrate a minimum of 5 years post-PhD experience (career interruptions considered)

Eligibility – Visiting Academic Fellows:

• Be an academic employed at any university worldwide
• Must hold a valid visa if not residing in Australia or New Zealand
• Hold a PhD in a relevant field
• Have a minimum of 5 years post-PhD experience (career interruptions considered)

Selection Process and Criteria

Selection Process:

Stage 1: Interviews with shortlisted applicants – mid-August 2025
Stage 2: Selection outcomes announced – early September 2025
Stage 3: Agreement with Fellows/universities – by late October 2025

Note: The selection process takes into account diversity, capacity, and balanced representation across focus areas and timeframes.

Selection Criteria:

• Innovation, significance, and impact of proposed activities
• Academic research excellence in ANZSOG-related fields
• Proven research engagement with external sectors
• Feasibility of the proposed plan
• Cost-effectiveness and value to ANZSOG’s environment
• Promotion of equity and inclusion
• Representation across ANZSOG’s focus areas

How to Apply?

To apply for this fellowship, applicants must follow the steps below:

Step 1: Complete the EOI template, including:

• Proposed program of activity (max 1000 words)
• Statement of goals, contribution to ANZSOG, and impact evaluation (max 500 words)
• Short CV (max 3 pages)
• A letter of support from your supervisor

Step 2: Submit all documents as a single PDF, with your surname in the filename.

Step 3: Apply by August 7, 2025.

Apply for Resident Fellowship: EOI Form Link

Apply For Visiting Fellowship: EOI Template link

For any questions or information, email Dr. Patrick Brownlee at [email protected] or visit the official website.

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