Summary
The Swedish Research Council invites applications for a grant aimed at recruiting prominent international researchers to strengthen research fields within higher education institutions and research organizations in Sweden. This is an exceptional opportunity for eligible institutions looking to enhance their research environment by hosting a visiting researcher from outside Europe.
Grant for Recruiting International Visiting Researchers to Sweden 2026
Designation
Visiting Researcher Grant
Details Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Grant Amount | 2,000,000 SEK |
| Grant Duration | 12 months |
| Application Period | 11 February 2026 – 10 November 2026 |
| Grant Period Start | 1 May 2026 – 1 March 2027 |
| Total Budget | Approximately 30 million SEK |
Research Area
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Clinical Therapy Research
- Artistic Research
- Medicine and Health
- Natural and Engineering Sciences
- Educational Sciences
Location
Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be a higher education institution (HEI) or approved research organization in Sweden.
- The visiting researcher must have been established outside Europe for at least 2 years, hold a doctoral degree with a minimum of 5 years’ post-doctoral experience, and must not be currently established in Sweden.
Job Description
The grant supports organizations to recruit a distinguished researcher to contribute to the host’s research environment. The recruited researcher is expected to:
- Enhance research activities within the host institution.
- Engage in collaborative efforts across departments.
- Contribute to long-term research plans and activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a research program in collaboration with the host institution.
- Participate in departmental activities and contribute to educational programs.
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and promote international collaboration.
How to Apply
- Access the application call via Prisma after contacting the Swedish Research Council’s contact person at Maria.Jakobsson@vr.se.
- Ensure you have the necessary authorization to create organization applications on the Prisma account.
- Complete the application following the guidelines in the Prisma User manual.
Last Date to Apply
10 November 2026 (2 PM CET)
For more information, please refer to the grant application guidelines and requirements on the Swedish Research Council’s official website.
