Singapore South-East Asia Fellowship 2025 – Fully Funded

Fellowship Summary

The Singapore National Academy of Science (SNAS) announces the SG Academies South-East Asia Fellowship (SASEAF) Programme 2025, offering fully funded two-year postdoctoral research opportunities for talented early-career scientists from ASEAN countries. This prestigious programme enables outstanding researchers to collaborate with Singapore’s leading research institutions.

Key Program Features

• Duration: 24 months (2 years)
• Target: ASEAN country citizens (excluding Singapore)
• Age Limit: 40 years or younger
• Research Location: Singapore universities and institutions
• Program Type: Postdoctoral fellowship
• Selection Body: Singapore National Academy of Science (SNAS)

FOCUS

Candidates may propose any field of research done in Singapore research institutions. The following research topics are preferred but not mandatory: 1) Infectious Diseases*, 2) Population Health/Public Health, and 3) Sustainability (including Urban Agriculture).

*Candidates working on infectious diseases topics may take part in the PREPARE programme by NRF and MOH (National Programme for Research in Epidemic Preparedness and Response: PREPARE).

FELLOWSHIP SUPPORT

• A monthly stipend ranging from S$4,000 to S$6,500. The exact figure will depend on the experience and performance of the fellow.
• An additional S$4,000 will be provided for overseas travel at the start and end of the 2-year-long fellowship period.
• Access to professional development opportunities (events, seminars and training programmes).
• Form lasting connections and partnerships with SASEA Fellows and Singapore.

ELIGIBILITY

• Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of an ASEAN country and non-Singapore-based. Not applicable to Singapore citizens or Singapore PRs.
• Degree: Applicants must have a PhD degree from a reputable institution and be currently working/have a confirmed job offer in a public-sector research entity in their home country.
• Age limit: Applicants should not be more than 40 years old at the time of application.
• Language: Applicants must be fluent in written and oral English.

*SASEAF encourages diversity and welcomes all eligible applicants, regardless of gender, culture, ethnicity, religion or any other demographics.

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Application Form (download)
2. Research Proposal (no longer than 2 pages) developed in consultation with the host professor(s) / PI(s) at the Singapore University.
3. Host professor/PI’s in-principle approval with his/her official email ID
4. Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts.
5. Two recommendation letters from referees (e.g., current/past supervisors, collaborators, etc.) stating the candidate’s suitability for this fellowship. The letters should be submitted directly by the candidate’s referee (download)

JUDGING CRITERIA

• Academic Qualifications & Performance (15%)
• Work experience in public research institutions (15%)
• Relevance of proposed research in region (15%)
• Quality of proposal (20%)
• Direct benefit of proposed research to Singapore & home country (15%)
• Influence in home organisation (10%)
• Likelihood of continuing science research in home country after fellowship (10%)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to theSingapore Academies South-East Asia Fellowship (SASEAF). Please see the application instructions.
2. The deadline is Friday, 1 August 2025.
3. The FINAL decision is from theSingapore National Academy of Science (SNAS).
   

Application Form (download)