Applications are open for the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2026 at Toronto Metropolitan University in Canada. The fellowship provides a fully funded two-year research opportunity for qualified postdoctoral researchers interested in migration and immigrant labour market integration.
The fellowship is hosted by the Global Migration Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University and focuses on conducting qualitative research related to migration studies, labour market integration, and social policy.
Selected fellows will work in Toronto and collaborate with leading researchers, graduate students, policymakers, and research partners connected with the BMO Lab. The fellowship also provides opportunities to participate in conferences, research activities, and academic collaborations.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Summary:
- Host Country: Canada
- Location: Toronto
- Host Institution: Toronto Metropolitan University
- Study Level: Postdoctoral Research
- Duration: 2 Years
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- Benefit: $65,000 Annual Salary + Benefits
- Deadline: July 10, 2026
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Benefits:
The successful fellow will receive:
- Annual salary of $65,000.
- Additional employment benefits.
- Opportunity to work in an international research environment.
- Access to research collaboration opportunities with academics and policymakers.
- Opportunity to contribute to migration and labour market research projects.
- Participation in conferences and institute research activities.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the fellowship, applicants must:
- Hold a PhD in Sociology, Geography, Migration Studies, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related social science discipline.
- Have research experience related to migration and labour market integration.
- Possess strong qualitative research skills.
- Demonstrate academic writing and publication experience.
- Have experience conducting interviews and focus groups.
- Be familiar with qualitative data analysis software such as NVivo.
- Be able to work collaboratively and manage multiple research responsibilities.
Preference may be given to candidates with:
- Knowledge mobilization experience.
- Research grant writing experience.
- International research experience.
- Fluency in multiple languages.
Documents Required:
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Updated CV.
- Motivation letter.
- One writing sample.
- Details of two potential referees, including:
- Name.
- Academic/professional title.
- Institutional affiliation.
- Email address.
How to Apply for Postdoctoral Research Fellowship?
Interested applicants should follow these steps:
- Complete the online application form.
- Provide personal information, including name and email address.
- Upload all required application documents.
- Provide details of two referees.
- Submit the completed application form.
Selected candidates will be contacted after the evaluation process.