U Edinburgh: Postdoctoral Research Associate: Muslim Societies in Latin America and the Caribbean (UK)

Postdocs

Postdoctoral research associate: Muslim Societies in Latin America and the Caribbean, School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures – Alwaleed Centre, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK. Deadline: 26 August 2026.

They are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (0.8 FTE, fixed term for 24 months) to join the internationally funded research project ‘The Global Landscapes of Muslim Lives: Latin American and Caribbean Intersections’, led by Dr Kholoud Al-Ajarma (University of Edinburgh) and Dr Kenneth Chitwood (University of Bayreuth), and funded by the AHRC and DFG.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop and deliver an independent programme of ethnographic and qualitative research on contemporary Muslim communities in Latin America and/or the Caribbean. Working within the Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World, you will undertake original fieldwork, contribute to high-quality publications, collaborate with an international research team, and play a key role in shaping new understandings of Muslim lives, networks and institutions in an under-researched global context.

The postholder will also contribute to knowledge exchange and public engagement activities, and help organise international workshops and symposia that bring together scholars and stakeholders from across the globe.

This post is part-time (28 hours per week); however, they are open to considering alternative part-time or flexible working patterns. They are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

CFP CMM Institute: 2026-7 Fellows

FellowshipsCall for proposals, 2026-27 Fellowship program, Coordinated Management of Meaning (CMM) Institute, Oracle, AZ, USA. Deadline: 28 August 2026.

The CMM Institute has a history of partnering with Scholar-Practitioners to further explore the ways that the social construction paradigm in communication (in general) and the Coordinated Management of Meaning (CMM) theory (specifically) may continue to play an expanding role in “making better social worlds.” For 2026-2027, they envision the continuance of the Fellows program with an open invitation for proposals that further increase the scope and range of the ways that CMM is applied as a “practical theory” to lead social innovation and break down barriers to change.

To this end, they are open to considering applications reflecting a wide range of social phenomena that can be seen as being “made in communication,” and exploring the intersectionality with CMM and other conceptual frameworks as part of re-imagining the way we live, work, and interact.

European Heritage Hub: Small Grants for Heritage Related Projects (EU)

GrantsSmall grants for heritage-related projects led by civil society in EU candidate and neighbouring countries, European Heritage Hub, European Union. Deadline for eligibility assessment: 7 September 2026.

The EU-funded European Heritage Hub aims to empower heritage stakeholders from candidate and neighbouring countries of the European Union to become active protagonists of the wider European heritage movement, thereby enhancing the ever-closer relationship between these countries and the European Union. As part of this mission, the Hub is launching the second edition of its Small Grants Scheme, with support from the ALIPH Foundation.

Civil society from 11 neighbouring countries of the European Union (Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo*, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine) are eligible to apply.

Objectives of the call:

  • Building the capacity of civil society;
  • Enhancing the key role of cultural heritage for the triple transformation (green, digital and social);
  • Strengthening democracy, the rule of law and other fundamental rights and values;
  • Building peace and stability, through enhancing intercultural and interreligious dialogue and reconciliation.

CID Poster 12: The Elephant in the Room Translated into Catalan

CID Posters

This poster, designed by Linda J. de Wit, has now been translated into Catalan. It demonstrates visually the common expression “the elephant in the room,” used to describe something which is obvious but not being discussed openly.

Here we present the Catalan translation, CID Poster 12: L’elefant a l’habitació, provided by Neus Crous-Costa, with additional graphic design work by Yan Qiu.

CID Poster 12 translated into Catalan

The image was originally prepared to illustrate In Dialogue: CID Occasional Papers 1: Intercultural Dialogue as the Elephant in the Room: Moving from Assumptions to Research Investigations, by Wendy Leeds-Hurwitz. The quote integrated into the poster comes from that paper, and says:

Intercultural dialogue might be called the elephant in the room, a metaphor referring to something obvious which is nonetheless ignored. Most often, practitioners and diplomats use the term intercultural dialogue, but they rarely define it, and conduct little to no research in order to discover how it works, but only hold it up as a desired end. Academics, who certainly conduct research, rarely use this term, thus have rarely studied it, although some research by other names sheds light on how it works.

Just in case anyone wants to cite this poster, the following would be the recommended format:

Center for Intercultural Dialogue. (2026). CID Poster 12: L’elefant a l’habitació [N. Crous-Costa, trans.]. Available from: https://centerforinterculturaldialogue.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cid-poster-12-the-elephant-in-the-room-catalan.png

As with other series, CID Posters are available for free on the site; just click on the thumbnail to download a printable version. They may be downloaded, printed, and shared as is, without changes, without cost, so long as there is acknowledgment of the source.

As with other CID Publications, if you wish to prepare an original contribution, please send an email before starting any work to receive approval, to minimize inadvertent duplication, and to learn about technical requirements. As is the case any series, posters should be created initially in English. If you want to volunteer to translate a poster into a language in which you are fluent, send in a note before starting, to receive approval and to confirm no one else is working on the same one.

Wendy Leeds-Hurwitz
Director, Center for Intercultural Dialogue
intercult.dialogue AT gmail.com

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CIEE: Study Abroad London: Senior Internship Program Coordinator (UK)

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Senior Internship Program Coordinator, CIEE Study Abroad London, UK. Deadline: 14 September 2026.

CIEE is the world’s oldest and largest nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization. Since 1947, CIEE has provided students with high-quality international education experiences that foster academic achievement, intercultural understanding, and professional development. Through study abroad, internship, and experiential learning programs, CIEE prepares students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. CIEE is committed to recruiting talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional student experiences, building meaningful partnerships, and contributing to the continued growth of international education.

The Senior Internship Program Coordinator plays a key leadership role in the operational delivery of CIEE London’s internship and experiential learning programmes. Reporting to the Internships Director, this position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination of internship placements, employer engagement, student support, and programme administration, ensuring a consistently high-quality experience for students and host organisations.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Coordinator serves as the primary operational lead for internship placement activities and employer relationship management. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining a strong portfolio of internship hosts, coordinating complex placement logistics, monitoring programme quality, and driving continuous improvement across internship operations.

The Senior Coordinator works collaboratively across Academic, Student Life, Customised Programmes, and external university partners to ensure internship programmes are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and in alignment with CIEE’s strategic objectives. The role also provides guidance and support to colleagues within the Internships team and acts as the operational lead in the Director’s absence.

NOTE: There are also positions available for an Internship Program Coordinator and a Director of Internship Placements.

Stetson U: Director of Global Initiatives (USA)

“JobDirector of Global Initiatives, Stetson University, Deland, FL, USA. Deadline: 26 August 2026.

The Director of Global Initiatives provides strategic leadership for the institution’s global engagement initiatives. Reporting to the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs, the Director leads the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive international education programs, including education abroad, international student and scholar services, global partnerships, and campus internationalization. The position advances the University’s global mission through collaboration with faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and international partners.

UNESCO UNITWIN Network on Education, Epistemic Justice and the Knowledge Commons

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Launch of the UNESCO UNITWIN Network on Education, Epistemic Justice and the Knowledge Commons, Adelaide University, Adelaide, Australia.

The UNESCO UNITWIN Network on Education, Epistemic Justice and the Knowledge Commons (EpiNet) will support international research collaborations, policy engagement, teaching, student exchanges and knowledge-sharing partnerships designed to influence global education, research and social policy discussions beyond 2030.

The initiative aligns with UNESCO’s Futures of Education program, which rethinks how education systems, universities, and research organisations must evolve in response to technological disruption, climate change and increasing global uncertainty through to 2050.

EpiNet Co-Coordinator and researcher at Adelaide University’s School of Education and the Centre for Research in Educational and Social Inclusion, Associate Professor Prachi Srivastava, said EpiNet will play an important role in inter-regional partnerships to ensure more collaborative outcomes in times of global uncertainty.

With co-founding members including the host, Gulu University (Uganda), Participatory Research in Action (India), University of Bristol (UK), University of Calgary (Canada), and the University of Victoria (Canada), EpiNet will help advance research, training and development by encouraging international collaboration and knowledge-sharing across borders.

Scuola Superiore Meridionale: PHD Studentships in Global History & Governance (Italy)

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PhD studentships in global history and governance, Scuola Superiore Meridionale, Naples, Italy. Deadline: 27 August 2026.

The Scuola Superiore Meridionale (SSM) hereby announces a call for applications for PhD scholarships for the academic year 2026-2027 in the Doctoral Programs in Global History and Governance/ The program will award 5 scholarships for a duration of four-years. Courses will begin on November 2, 2026. No fees or contributions are required to enroll; scholarships will be disbursed monthly and additional research funding made available each year.

American Academy in Berlin: Berlin Prize Competition 2027-8 (Germany)

FellowshipsBerlin Prize fellowships, American Academy in Berlin, Germany. Deadline: 25 September 2026.

The American Academy in Berlin is an independent, nonprofit institute for advanced study in the arts, humanities, social sciences, law, journalism, and public policy. Its primary mission is to strengthen the cultural and intellectual ties between the United States and Germany. Each year, following a rigorous selection process, the Academy awards roughly two dozen semester-long fellowships to individuals who demonstrate excellence in their respective fields.

The Academy welcomes applications from a broad range of disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, law, journalism, and various areas of public policy. They also generally encourage projects that address pressing issues of the day, such as democracy, security, technology and society (especially AI), energy (including climate), and global order. Dedicated fellowships are also available to support projects in Jewish studies, German studies, and public health and biotechnology. While project proposals need not focus on topics related to Germany, candidates should explain how a residency in Berlin would enhance their work.

Malmö U: PHD Studentship: International Migration & Ethnic Relations (Sweden)

“Studentships“Doctoral student in International Migration and Ethnic Relations, Malmö Institute for Migration Studies (MIM), Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden. Deadline: 31 August 2026.

The Department of Global Political Studies is looking for a doctoral student as part of the research programme “Migration Society 2.0”. The programme is funded by Malmö University within the framework of the research centre MIM and involves collaboration with other MIM researchers and the centre director on the project.

The research programme is about the phenomenon of superdiversity and aims to increase the understanding of the new society that is emerging, Migration Society 2.0. Superdiversity is partly about quantity, that is, the growing proportion of the population that is immigrants or children of immigrants, and partly about complexity, that is, the variation and mix of ethnicities, national origins, migration channels, transnational anchor points, legal status, gender and age distribution, social class, etc. This development places new demands on how we think about and handle integration issues and inclusion and exclusion processes. However, there is not yet a comprehensive knowledge base for how this diversity has developed and is experienced in Sweden. MIM will therefore conduct a series of large-scale surveys on diversity and inclusion that will be repeated every two years. These surveys will generate a growing database that helps us understand and explain the patterns of migration, diversity, inclusion and exclusion that characterize Sweden and other comparable countries.

The survey will map diversity based on self-identified information about, for example, ethnicity, gender, religion, language, sexuality and social status, as well as perceived belonging, views on other groups and perceptions of social institutions.

The doctoral student is expected to formulate and carry out an independent individual research project using the Diversity and Inclusion Survey. In the application, the applicant must therefore attach a research plan with a preliminary idea of how diversity and inclusion can be investigated through survey studies. Applicants with an original and solid research plan characterized by theoretical and methodological maturity will be prioritized.