Do you want to make a significant contribution to your subject as a young scholar in the humanities or social sciences? Applications for the Early Career Fellowship (ECF8) 2025 are now being accepted by the Independent Social Research Foundation (ISRF). This fully financed fellowship gives academics from all over Europe, including the UK, the chance to conduct creative, multidisciplinary research on pressing social challenges.
The fellowship, which has financing of up to €81,500 (GBP £67,500), provides researchers with complete freedom from administrative and teaching responsibilities for a maximum of one year, enabling them to concentrate fully on their study. The program, which is intended for independent-minded scholars, encourages novel and revolutionary research concepts that go against accepted wisdom.
The ISRF Early Career Fellowship 2025 is a special chance to further your academic career and research. Put in an application right now to advance your work!
Host Country: Europe
Offered by: The Independent Social Research Foundation (ISRF)
Opportunity Type: Fellowship
Subjects: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International students
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Academic Level: Candidates must have received their PhD within the last ten years (career gaps will be taken into account).
- Employment Status: Generally speaking, candidates should be employed by a higher education and research institution in a full-time or part-time salaried capacity. If they find a host institution, non-academics or independent scholars may apply.
- Research Focus: Projects must investigate novel research questions, refute accepted beliefs, and suggest fresh approaches to societal problems. Research pertaining to the humanities and interdisciplinary fields is highly welcomed.
Benefits:
- Funding Amount: Up to €81,500 (GBP £67,500) to pay for research and teaching buy-out costs.
- Duration: The fellowship must begin by January 2026 and provide support for a maximum of 12 months.
- Research Expenses: Fair prices paid for in conjunction with the host institution through matching money.
- Professional Development: Possibilities to interact with top academics and propose research findings to ISRF academic leaders.
Deadline: 14 February 2025
