Prince of Songkla University Postdoctoral Fellowship (Thailand)
About this scholarship
The Prince of Songkla University (PSU) Postdoctoral Fellowship is offered by the Faculty of Science at PSU, a leading research university in southern Thailand. It is aimed at early-career researchers who have recently completed a PhD and want to undertake research under an established PSU professor, strengthening the university’s international research output.
The fellowship is fully funded for the research period, providing a monthly stipend of 31,500 Thai baht, covered round-trip travel for international fellows, research support and facilities, and additional bonuses such as a publication bonus in the second year, for up to two years (the second year renewable on performance). It is a research position rather than a degree programme.
Eligibility is for researchers of any nationality who hold a PhD obtained within about the last five years, with a relevant research background and English proficiency, to conduct research under a PSU professor with active international publications and funded projects. You apply during one of the annual application windows with the required documents and a research plan agreed with a PSU host supervisor. For recent PhD graduates seeking a funded postdoctoral position in Asia, it is a solid opportunity to build a research record.
Eligibility
- A PhD obtained within about the last five years.
- Relevant research background.
- English proficiency.
- Open to any nationality, to conduct research under a PSU professor with active international publications and funded projects.
Benefits & Coverage
- Monthly stipend of THB 31,500.
- Round-trip travel expenses covered.
- Research support and facilities.
- Additional bonuses and allowances (including a publication bonus in the second year).
Required Documents
- PhD certificate (obtained within about five years).
- Curriculum vitae with publications.
- Research plan agreed with a PSU host supervisor.
- Host supervisor acceptance.
- References.
- Passport copy.
How to Apply
- Confirm you hold a PhD obtained within about the last five years, of any nationality, to conduct research under a PSU professor.
- Apply during one of the annual application windows with the required documents and a research plan agreed with a PSU host supervisor.
- Note this is a postdoctoral research fellowship, not a degree programme (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Prince of Songkla University Postdoctoral Fellowship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Monthly stipend of THB 31,500; Round-trip travel, research support, and a publication bonus.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Prince of Songkla University Postdoctoral Fellowship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Postdoctoral.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is June 30, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: A PhD obtained within about the last five years; Relevant research background; English proficiency; Open to any nationality, to conduct research under a PSU professor with active international publications and funded projects. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
