Deadline: May 15, 2026
Applications are open for the Chevening Overseas Territories in the Atlantic and Caribbean British Library Fellowship 2026-2027. The Chevening Overseas Territories in the Atlantic and Caribbean British Library Fellowship is co-funded by the British Library and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
It is open to applications from mid-career professionals from Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Montserrat, St Helena, Turks and Caicos Islands. With a strong knowledge of at least one Caribbean or Atlantic Overseas Territory, who can connect the British Library’s collections with audiences in the Territories.
The fellowship will be based in the Eccles Institute for the Americas and Oceania of the British Library, working closely with colleagues in other departments, including Contemporary British collections and International.
Benefits
- 12-month period of project-based activity at the British Library
- Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
- Return economy airfare
- Allowance package for fellowship-related activities
- Up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses.
Eligibility
- Be a citizen of Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Montserrat, St Helena, Turks and Caicos Islands and be a resident in one of these countries at the point of application.
- A strong background in humanities research or a library professional with experience of collections development and management.
- In-depth knowledge of the history and / or culture of one or more BOTs.
- Advanced research skills in humanities, supported by strong written and interpersonal communication abilities, as well as proficiency in computer applications, including Excel.
- Have a postgraduate level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application.
- Have significant professional and/or academic research experience (at least five years).
- Be currently employed or a currently enrolled PhD candidate (PhD must not be with a UK/EU or USA university)
Application
For more information, visit Chevening British Library Fellowship.
