The Canadian Southeast Asian Studies Initiative (CSEASI) seeks applications for the Visiting Scholar position for outstanding researchers from Southeast Asia, hosted at the University of Toronto in 2025-26. Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Eligibility & Qualifications: • A faculty member or professional researcher who has a full-time position with another employer to which they can return. Visiting professors may also include those who are on sabbatical, doing collaborative research at the university. • A Southeast Asian scholar or practitioner based in the region. Preference may be given to scholars who have not had significant post-graduate experience in a global north institution. • Hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as history, political science, sociology, anthropology, languages and literature, fine arts, or related fields. Applicants with significant field experience will be considered in lieu of a terminal doctorate. • While preference may be given to scholars who have received their doctorate in the last five years, the committee will also consider applications from exceptional mid-career to senior scholars who may benefit from the fellowship. • Demonstrate experience and a strong research record in Southeast Asian Studies. • Proficiency in English, with research knowledge of at least one Southeast Asian language Application Process: Please submit the following application materials as one file in PDF format to Professor Nhung Tuyet Tran at [email protected] by June 26, 2025. We will reach out to referees for long-listed candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for virtual interviews. Please indicate a note on the subject line, “CSEASI Visiting Scholar.” Late applications will not be considered. Documents: • Curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting your academic achievements and research experience • A cover letter outlining your research interests and goals during your tenure as a Visiting Scholar. • Contact information for two references who can speak to your academic qualifications. • Two writing samples showcasing your research work. • Letter of support from home institution verifying that they will be on approved leave and will be returning after their appointment as a visiting professor has ended (this is a necessary document to complete their work permit).