The University of Jyväskylä (JYU) invites applications for the JYU Visiting Fellow Programme 2027, a prestigious short-term international research fellowship for researchers holding a doctoral degree and residing outside Finland. The programme provides travel grants of €4,000 per month for research visits lasting 1–2 months during 2027. Fellows will collaborate with JYU researchers, strengthen international research networks, and contribute to high-quality research activities at one of Finland’s leading multidisciplinary universities.
Summary Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme Name | JYU Visiting Fellow Programme 2027 |
| Host Institution | University of Jyväskylä |
| Location | Jyväskylä |
| Fellowship Type | Short-Term Visiting Research Fellowship |
| Duration | 1 month (30 days) or 2 months |
| Fellowship Period | January–December 2027 |
| Funding | €4,000 per month |
| Eligible Applicants | Researchers with a doctoral degree residing outside Finland |
| Employment Status | Grant-based fellowship (not employment) |
| Application Deadline | 14 August 2026, 23:59 Finnish Time |
Designation
JYU Visiting Fellow 2027
Research Area
Applications are welcome from researchers across all academic disciplines represented at the University of Jyväskylä. The programme supports:
- International research collaboration
- Joint research projects
- Scientific publications and article preparation
- Laboratory, field, and data-driven research
- Research infrastructure utilization
- Development of future research proposals and funding applications
- Multidisciplinary and strategic research partnerships
Location
Host Institution: University of Jyväskylä
City: Jyväskylä
Country: Finland
The fellowship requires an in-person research visit. Virtual visits are not supported.
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must:
- Hold a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) before the start of the fellowship.
- Be affiliated with an institution outside Finland.
- Reside outside Finland during the application period.
- Demonstrate an excellent record of scientific research and publications.
- Have experience in international research collaboration and networking.
- Possess excellent English language skills.
- Secure a commitment from a JYU host researcher before applying.
- Obtain a formal invitation letter from the host unit at JYU.
Host Requirements
- The host must be affiliated with JYU throughout the entire visit.
- A host may be a permanent employee, fixed-term researcher, or grant-funded researcher.
- Each JYU researcher may host only one Visiting Fellow during 2027.
Job Description
The Visiting Fellow will:
- Conduct collaborative research with the host research group.
- Contribute to ongoing or new joint research projects.
- Prepare scientific manuscripts, reports, and publications.
- Utilize JYU laboratories, research infrastructure, datasets, or field facilities.
- Participate in planning future collaborative research initiatives and grant applications.
- Engage with JYU’s international academic community.
- Present research outcomes through seminars or other academic events when possible.
The programme aims to strengthen global research partnerships, enhance research impact, and promote international scientific cooperation.
Fellowship Benefits
- Grant of €4,000 per month.
- Funding available for either:
- 1 month (30 calendar days), or
- 2 months (which may be split into two separate periods if necessary).
- Access to JYU’s research infrastructure and academic network.
- Opportunity to collaborate with over 1,600 researchers across multiple disciplines.
Note: The fellowship is awarded as a grant and does not constitute employment with JYU. Travel and accommodation costs must be covered from the fellowship grant and arranged independently by the fellow.
How to Apply
Step 1
Identify and contact a suitable researcher at the University of Jyväskylä to discuss your proposed research collaboration and obtain hosting approval.
Step 2
Prepare the required application documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Include ORCID ID.
- Include affiliation, organization, and country information.
- File name:
Yoursurname_cv.pdf
- Invitation Letter from JYU Host
- Must use the official programme template.
- Include visit objectives, proposed dates, host commitment, and applicant details.
- File name:
Yoursurname_LOI.pdf
- Research Plan (2–3 Pages)
- Objectives and activities of the visit.
- Expected benefits to the host unit.
- Explanation of added value if previously funded by JYU.
- File name:
Yoursurname_researchplan.pdf
- Complete Publication List
- Include full bibliographic references.
- Highlight up to five publications most relevant to the proposed research.
- File name:
Yoursurname_publ.pdf
Step 3
Complete the online application form and submit all required documents before the deadline.
Applications submitted without the mandatory host invitation letter will not be considered.
Last Date for Apply
📅 14 August 2026 (23:59 Finnish Time)
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Fellowship Highlights
- Fully funded international research visit in Finland
- €4,000 monthly grant
- Flexible 1–2 month duration during 2027
- Open to researchers from all disciplines
- Opportunity to establish long-term international collaborations
- Access to world-class research facilities and academic networks at the University of Jyväskylä.
