The FIAS Fellowship Program 2026/27 offers fully funded fellowships for researchers and scholars from all countries to conduct innovative research in France. This prestigious program, organized by the French Institutes for Advanced Study, provides support for various research fields, particularly in the Social Sciences and Humanities.
- 🌍 Applications are open for the FIAS Fellowship Program 2026/27 in France.
- 🎓 Fully Funded Fellowship for researchers from all countries.
- 🕒 Duration of 10 months at seven French Institutes.
- 🏠 Covers relocation, accommodation, round-trip airfare, salary, and more.
- 📅 Deadline for applications: 16th July 2025.
- 💶 Financial benefits include €2,200/month living allowance and research/training budget.
- 📚 Research areas span Social Sciences, Humanities, and related fields.
- 🏛️ Seven French Institutes part of the program.
- 📜 Eligibility requires a PhD with two years of research experience.
- 📄 Required documents: CV, PhD diploma, research proposal, key publications.
- 🌐 Application through the FIAS website.
Designation
FIAS Fellowship Program
Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Host Country | France |
| Location | Seven French Institutes |
| Duration | 10 Months |
| Number of Fellowships | Up to 28 |
| Deadline | 16th July 2025 |
Research Area
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Other interdisciplinary research fields that interface with Social Sciences and Humanities
Location
- Aix-Marseille: 7 positions
- Cergy: 3 positions
- Loire Valley (Orléans-Tours): 2 positions
- Lyon: 3 positions
- Montpellier: 2 positions
- Nantes: 4 positions
- Paris: 7 positions
Eligibility/Qualification
- Candidates from all countries are welcome to apply.
- Minimum requirement: A PhD and at least two years of research experience post-PhD (PhD training time is not counted).
- Mobility Rule: Applicants must not have resided or primarily worked in France for more than 12 months within the three years prior to the application deadline.
Description
The FIAS Fellowship provides comprehensive financial support, including:
- Travel expenses to and from France
- Accommodation
- Net living allowance of €2,200/month
- Work contracts or paid leave
- Adequate social security coverage
- Individual research and training budget of €2,500/year
- Access to individual offices, libraries, IT, and collective spaces
- Skills training opportunities
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the FIAS website. Required documents include:
- Online application form
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of PhD diploma
- Detailed research proposal
- Selection of three to five key publications
- Optional: Up to two letters of recommendation
Last Date to Apply
16th July 2025
For more information and application procedures, please visit the FIAS Fellowship Program official website.
