Deadline: October 28, 2025
Are you an ambitious early-career researcher looking to advance your academic journey in an international and interdisciplinary environment? The AIAS-AUFF Fellowship 2025–2026 at Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS), Denmark, is now open for applications. This prestigious fellowship offers researchers the chance to develop groundbreaking projects while engaging with leading scholars across disciplines.
About the AIAS-AUFF Fellowship 2025–2026
The AIAS-AUFF Fellowship 2025–2026 is designed for junior researchers who hold a PhD and have between 2–10 years of research experience after their doctorate. The fellowship fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and supports scholars in conducting cutting-edge projects that engage with research environments at Aarhus University.
Successful applicants will join the international community at AIAS, where fellows from diverse disciplines contribute to a vibrant research ecosystem.
Fellowship Duration and Number of Awards
- Duration: 23 months
- Start Date: 1 September 2026
- Available Positions: Up to 10 fellowships will be awarded in this call
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Academic Qualification: PhD + 2–10 years of postdoctoral research experience.
- Nationality: Open to all nationalities.
- Mobility Requirement: Candidates must not have resided or worked in Denmark for more than 12 months within the two years prior to the application deadline.
- Interdisciplinarity: Proposals should demonstrate interdisciplinary research ambitions and/or collaboration plans with Aarhus University.
Fellowship Benefits
Fellows selected under the AIAS-AUFF programme will receive a comprehensive package, including:
- Salary: Based on seniority, under Danish collective union agreements.
- Travel Costs & Relocation Assistance: Support for moving to Denmark.
- Workspace & Resources: Office space at AIAS, academic and administrative support.
- Academic Opportunities: Access to seminars, workshops, conferences, training activities, and integration into Aarhus University’s research networks.
Application Timeline
- Call Opens: August 2025
- Application Deadline: 28 October 2025, 12:00 (noon) CET
- Evaluation & Selection: October 2025 – February 2026
- Outcome Notification: March 2026
- Fellowship Start Date: 1 September 2026
Why Apply for the AIAS-AUFF Fellowship?
This fellowship provides junior researchers with the opportunity to advance their research careers in an inspiring and supportive international environment. With access to interdisciplinary collaborations, generous funding, and the resources of Aarhus University, fellows will have the freedom to pursue innovative projects that can make a global impact.
Summary at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Fellowship Period | 1 Sep 2026 – 1 Aug 2028 (23 months) |
| Number of Fellowships | Up to 10 |
| Eligibility | PhD + 2–10 years postdoc experience |
| Residency Requirement | Max 12 months in Denmark (last 2 years) |
| Application Deadline | 28 October 2025, 12:00 CET |
| Notification of Results | March 2026 |
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