International Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026: Mahidol University is inviting applications for the International Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026. This fellowship aims to support outstanding international postdoctoral researchers in developing at least six high-quality research publications in top-ranked journals. The program fosters research excellence in life sciences, medicine, and science & technology fields, offering substantial financial and professional development support.
Designation:
International Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Eligible research fields include:
- Life Sciences and Medicine:
- Medicine, Biological Sciences, Biology and Biochemistry, Clinical Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Immunology Biology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Public Health, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Science and Technology:
- Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Science
Location:
Mahidol University, Thailand
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For the Postdoctoral Researcher:
- Non-Thai national with a doctoral degree completed within the last five years from a recognized university (Thai or overseas)
- Age not over 45 years at application closing date
- Minimum of three research papers published as first or second author (or with mentor/supervisor) in international peer-reviewed journals (Scopus, Web of Science, or equivalent) within the past five years
- Not receiving other international postdoctoral fellowships or holding other jobs simultaneously
- In good health, free from contagious diseases
Job Description:
- Full-time research appointment at Mahidol University
- Responsible for completing research projects assigned by the mentor/supervisor
- Required to submit progress reports every six months
- Must publish at least six research papers in top 10–20 (Q1) journals ranked by SJR in three years (or as agreed), under the mentorship at Mahidol
- Collaborate actively with mentors and maintain compliance with university and funding requirements
How to Apply:
- Prepare required documents:
- Nomination letter from mentor/supervisor’s host affiliate
- Completed application form (Form IR-RD1) with a one-inch photo, signed by both mentor/supervisor and the candidate
- CV and publication list
- Copy of funded research project(s) and certificate/announcement of fellowship award
- Copy of the candidate’s passport
- Submission:
- Submit all documents through the Head/authorized person of the host affiliate to the Global Partnerships Division, Office of the President, Mahidol University
- Both the research mentor/supervisor and candidate must complete and sign the application form
Last Date for Apply:
- 1st Round: October 1 – December 31, 2025
- 2nd Round: January 1 – March 31, 2026
- 3rd Round: April 1 – June 30, 2026
- 4th Round: July 1 – September 30, 2026
(Preselection and announcement occur the month following each round’s close.)
Summary of Key Points:
- Position: International postdoc in life sciences, medicine, science & technology
- Eligibility: Doctorate within 5 years, under 45, research excellence, good health
- Benefits: 60,000 Baht/month, air travel, insurance, visa/work permit, research support
- Location: Mahidol University, Thailand
- Deadlines: Four application cycles from October 2025 to September 2026
