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• Host Institution: Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG)
• Location: Australia (with potential for remote collaboration)
• Fellowship Type: Funded (Resident or Visiting)
• Eligible Applicants: Academics from all nationalities
• Application Deadline: 7 August 2025

Program Overview

The ANZSOG Academic Fellows Program is a prestigious initiative that brings together scholars and public sector leaders to advance research and practice in public governance, policy, and leadership. The 2026 round offers two fellowship streams:

• Resident Academic Fellowships – for scholars from ANZSOG Partner Universities
• Visiting Academic Fellowships – for academics from other Australian, New Zealand, or international institutions

This program is part of ANZSOG’s 2030 Strategy to strengthen academic networks and transform governance across Australasia.

Fellowship Benefits

Resident Fellows receive:

• Funding via a buyout model to reduce teaching load
• Part-time secondment to ANZSOG
• Access to ANZSOG’s academic and practitioner network

Visiting Fellows receive:

• Travel and accommodation support for a 1–3 month visit
• Workspace and institutional access
• Opportunities to collaborate on research, teaching, and policy engagement

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to academics from any discipline with a focus on public governance, leadership, or policy
• Resident Fellowships: Must be affiliated with an ANZSOG Partner University
• Visiting Fellowships: Open to scholars from non-partner universities, including international institutions
• Ideal for academics on sabbatical, special study leave, or research mobility programs

How to Apply

1. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the ANZSOG application portal
2. Include a CV, research proposal, and statement of interest
3. Applications close on 7 August 2025

Official Details: ANZSOG Academic Fellows Program 2026

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to public sector innovation while engaging with a vibrant academic and policy community.