NLB Singapore Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2026

Deadline: May 29, 2026

masters | phd | postdoctoral

6 months (duration)

partially funded

Singapore

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📖 About NLB Singapore Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship

The Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship programme is a six-month residential fellowship. Fellows will conduct research on the collections of the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and the National Archives of Singapore, which include historical materials dating back to the 16th century on Singapore and Southeast Asia, as well as contemporary collections.

🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship

The award of the Fellowship is for a period of six months. Fellows will receive the following benefits:

Financial Support:

Monthly stipend of S$3,500 to cover living expenses, local transportation, and photocopying costs.
Overseas Fellows will receive:
- One-time relocation package of S$1,500.
- One-time return airfare reimbursement of up to S$1,500.
- Monthly accommodation allowance of up to S$3,500 (reimbursement basis).

Additional Support:

A research space at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, including a computer with internet access.
Access to the library's collections.
Introduction to a library staff member who can recommend resources from the collections.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The Fellowship is open to local and foreign applicants who meet the following requirements:

Ability to undertake prescribed research topics that raise awareness of the library's collections.
Scholarly and research credentials or their equivalent.
Applications are welcomed from:
- Curators
- Historians
- Academics
- Independent researchers with established records of achievement in their chosen fields of research.
Scholars pursuing doctoral, postdoctoral, or advanced research are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should preferably have an established record of achievement in their chosen field of research and demonstrate the potential to excel further.

📝 Application Date and Process

Required Documents:

A completed application form.

Submission:

Applications should be emailed to LKCRF@nlb.gov.sg or mailed to the designated address by 29 May 2026.

📅 Application Deadline

29 May 2026

📧 Contact Information

For inquiries or further details, email LKCRF@nlb.gov.sg.

This opportunity is an excellent chance for researchers, historians, and academics to delve into the rich historical and contemporary collections of Singapore and Southeast Asia. Don't miss the chance to apply!

Benefits

A stipend of S$3,500 per month will be provided to help Lee Kong Chian Research Fellows meet living expenses, local transportation and photocopying expenses.
In addition to the stipend, overseas Fellows will be provided with a one-time relocation package of $1,500, a one-time return airfare of up to $1500 (reimbursement basis), and monthly accommodation allowance of up to $3,500 (reimbursement basis).
A research space at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library including a computer with internet access.
Access to the library's collections.
Introduction to a library staff who can recommend resources from the collections.

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