The Office of Academic Resources (OAR) at Chulalongkorn University invites scholars, librarians, and information professionals worldwide to apply for the Chula-Global Library Visiting Fellowship. This two-month fellowship, which will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, offers an opportunity to work on a project related to librarianship, information science, or academic publishing while participating in OAR’s activities.

The program fosters international collaboration in library science, archival management, and educational technology while enhancing access to Thailand and ASEAN Information Center collections. It also strengthens connections with scholars in Thai, Southeast Asian, and Asian Studies.

Program Objectives:

• Promote global knowledge exchange in academic resource management.
• Foster cross-cultural collaboration and professional development
• Enhance awareness and use of Thai and Southeast Asian information resources.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: December 31, 2025, at 23:59 Thailand local time
• Result Announcement: February 27, 2026
• Interview date:  January 26 to February 13 2026
• Fellowship Duration: Two months (May 1 – June 30, 2026 or June 1 – July 31, 2026)
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• Organizer: Chulalongkorn University
• Eligible Countries: Open to all non-Thai citizens
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Scholars, researchers, and library/information professionals
• Fields: Library science, information management, academic publishing, digital humanities, archival management
• Degree Required: Terminal degrees for scholars; three years of experience for library professionals
• Number of Opportunities: One fellowship per cycle
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Thailand

Benefits and Financial Aids

The following are the benefits of the fellowship:

• A stipend of 230,000 THB subjec to a 15% withholding tax
• Covered expenses include visa fees, airfare, accommodation, and other costs before and during the stay
• The stipend is payable in two installments—upon arrival and at program completion
• Fellows will have access to the Thailand and ASEAN Information Center’s collections
• Opportunities to collaborate with OAR’s staff and participate in academic events

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates must meet the following requirements:

·       Must be a non-Thai citizen

·       At least three years of professional experience

·       Must be employed at a reputable university or institution

·       English proficiency is required

·       Institutional approval to participate

·       Must be able to stay for the full two-month program

·       Must commit to the full duration of the fellowship at Chulalongkorn University.

·       Fellows must present their work to OAR staff and academic audiences.

·       Fellows must publish their research in a high-quality international venue and provide progress updates every six months.

Tracks of the Fellowship

1. Information Science and Library Professional Track:
   • For librarians, archivists, data scientists, and related professionals
   • Expertise in digital preservation, research data management, machine learning in libraries, etc.
2. Scholars and Researchers Track:
   • For academics with terminal degrees
   • Must have a strong publication record in Thai Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, or Asian Studies

Priority fields

The following are the priority fields of study:

·       Digital preservation and curation

·       Research data management

·       Scholarly communication

·       Collection management for underrepresented cultures

·       Digital Humanities

·       Archival management

·       Machine learning in libraries

·       Data/information visualization

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following materials in English as PDF files (max 10 MB each):

·       Curriculum Vitae (CV)

·       Project Proposal (max. 5,000 words)

·       Institutional Permission Letter confirming employment and approval to participate

How to Apply?

·       Complete the online application form using the link below.

·       Upload all required documents in PDF format (max. 10 MB per file)

·       Apply by the deadline mentioned above

·       Results will be announced on February 27, 2026, via the OAR website

·       Selected fellow must arrive in Bangkok by May 1, 2026, or June 1, 2026, and complete the fellowship by June 30, 2026, or July 31, 2026.

Apply Now

For inquiries, contact Ms. Nitinart Purodakananda at nitinart.p@car.chula.ac.th or +66 2218 1944. The official Chulalongkorn University website provides further details.

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