KAPSARC Postdoctoral Program 2025/26 in Saudi Arabia (Fully Funded)

Are you an early-career researcher passionate about energy, sustainability, and public policy? Applications are now open for the KAPSARC Postdoctoral Program 2025/26 in Saudi Arabia — a fully funded opportunity at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC).

This prestigious 2-year program welcomes international researchers to conduct innovative, policy-relevant research in fields like Energy Economics, Environmental Policy, and Ecosystem Sustainability. There’s no application fee, and all expenses are covered, including monthly stipends, housing, and travel.

Program Overview

Host Country: Saudi Arabia
Location: KAPSARC, Riyadh (Note: not Jeddah)
Program Duration: 2 years
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Deadline: June 30, 2025

Financial Benefits

The KAPSARC Postdoctoral Program provides a comprehensive support package:

Monthly stipend: 22,000 SAR
Relocation allowance
Furnished housing allowance
Transportation support
Children’s education allowance
Full medical insurance
24 working days of paid annual leave
Opportunities to attend international conferences and workshops

Research Areas

Postdoctoral fellows at KAPSARC engage in interdisciplinary research in the following fields:

Energy Economics
Public Policy
Climate & Environmental Studies
Ecosystem Sustainability
Renewable Energy
Oil & Gas
Utilities and Infrastructure
Transportation Systems
Energy Transition & Sustainability

Program Highlights

Diverse Research Focus: Interdisciplinary topics that address real-world energy and environmental challenges.
Applied Research: Emphasis on evidence-based, policy-driven solutions.
Professional Development: Fellows benefit from seminars, writing workshops, and publishing support.
Leadership Pipeline: Designed to nurture future leaders in global energy policy.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the KAPSARC Postdoctoral Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Nationality: Open to candidates from all countries
Academic Qualification: Ph.D. (recently completed or near completion) in a relevant field such as:
- Energy Economics
- Public Policy
- Environmental Science
- Sustainability
- Engineering or related disciplines
Research Competence: Strong expertise in independent research with experience in:
- Quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods
- Data analysis software and research tools
Communication Skills: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities