The MENASP Network at the School of Social Policy and Society, University of Birmingham, together with the ILO STREAM Programme, invites expressions of interest from outstanding postdoctoral researchers interested in developing a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (MSCA-PF) proposal under the Horizon Europe framework.
The fellowship will focus on the research theme:
Social Protection and Labour Migration along South–South Corridors to the GCC
The initiative seeks applicants working on labour migration, social protection, wage protection systems, and migrant rights — particularly within the South Asia–GCC corridor. Successful candidates will receive mentorship and technical support to develop a competitive MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship proposal through the University of Birmingham’s internal selection process. The fellowship also includes the possibility of a six-month visiting scholar secondment at an ILO office or partner institution within the South Asia–GCC corridor. Researchers from relevant disciplines including migration studies, social policy, sociology, labour law, development studies, anthropology, economics, and public policy are encouraged to apply.
Key Dates
- Expression of Interest Deadline: 10 June 2026
- Online Interviews: 17–18 June 2026
- University of Birmingham Internal Selection Deadline: 1 July 2026
Please see the attached call document for full details on eligibility, research themes, application materials and submission procedures.
Enquiries and Applications
Professor Rana Jawad
Convenor, MENASP Network
University of Birmingham
Email: r.jawad@bham.ac.uk
Dr Michele Scala
Knowledge Management Coordinator
ILO STREAM Programme
Email: scala@iloguest.org