Senior Visiting Research Fellow @Lagos Africa Multiple Research Centre, University of Lagos

Researchers and academics looking for a short-term, fully supported research opportunity in Nigeria are invited to consider an exciting fellowship in Lagos this year.

The Lagos Africa Multiple Research Centre, based at the University of Lagos, is currently accepting applications for its Senior/Visiting Research Fellowship 2026. This prestigious fellowship is designed for experienced researchers who wish to spend between one and three months contributing to and engaging with scholarly work in a dynamic academic environment.

The fellowship period is flexible and must be undertaken between July 1 and November 30, 2026, making it suitable for scholars seeking a mid-year or late-year research residency.

Selected fellows will benefit from a comprehensive support package, which includes:

• A return economy-class airfare (where applicable)
• A monthly stipend to cover living expenses in Lagos
• Travel insurance within Nigeria
• Accommodation on the University of Lagos campus (single room with shared facilities)
• Access to shared office space and library resources

This opportunity offers not only financial and logistical support but also the chance to immerse in one of Africa’s leading academic environments, collaborate with local and international scholars, and contribute to ongoing research conversations on the continent.

Application Process:
Interested candidates are required to complete the official application form and submit it along with all necessary supporting documents via email to: lads@unilag.edu.ng. Applicants must clearly indicate the subject line: “Senior/Visiting Fellow 2026”. All applications must be submitted in English, and incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Application Deadline:
All applications must be received on or before June 15, 2026.

For more information and full application details, please visit:
Lagos Africa Multiple Research Centre Fellowship Details

If you know a researcher who would benefit from this opportunity, this could be the perfect time to share it with them.