Summary
The Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) invites applications for the General Fellowship Programme for the academic year 2027-28. This opportunity is designed for scholars in the humanities and social sciences who have made significant contributions to their fields.
General Fellowship Programme 2027-28, Uppsala University, Sweden
Designation
Fellow
Research Area
Humanities and Social Sciences
Location
Uppsala, Sweden
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 1 June 2026 (23:59 CET) |
| Fellowship Duration | Single semester or full academic year |
| Autumn Semester | 1 September 2027 – 17 December 2027 |
| Spring Semester | 11 January 2028 – 16 June 2028 |
| Full Academic Year | 1 September 2027 – 16 June 2028 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) awarded no later than 1 June 2023.
- At least three years of post-PhD research experience required.
- Early career scholars must demonstrate a promising track record; senior candidates must have at least ten years of research achievements.
Job Description
Fellows will engage in independent research, participate in academic activities, and contribute to the intellectual community at SCAS. Successful candidates may receive a monthly salary; accommodation may be provided. Note that fellows are encouraged to seek supplementary funding.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the Varbi application system and include the following documents (as PDF files):
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 4 pages)
- Description of intended research project (maximum 1500 words)
- List of up to 10 major articles or monographs
- One representative article or chapter in English
- Statement of interest in SCAS (maximum 100 words)
- Statement on benefits from the SCAS stay (maximum 100 words)
- Statement on contributions to the SCAS community (maximum 100 words)
- Copy of PhD diploma
- Up to 3 letters of reference (optional)
Last Date for Apply
1 June 2026 (23:59 CET)
For more information or inquiries, please contact the SCAS secretariat at fellowselection@swedishcollegium.se.
