European University Institute Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027 | Postdoctoral Fellowship
Organization
European University Institute (EUI)
Duration
12 months (One Year)
Fellowship Amount
Basic fellowship grant: €2,850 per month. Fellows may receive a household allowance of up to €310/month (subject to eligibility). Dependent child allowance of €210/month per eligible child. Research expense support of €650 for eligible academic activities such as conferences. Travel reimbursement up to €1,200 for arrival and departure journeys. Visa reimbursement up to €250 for eligible non-EU fellows.
Overview
About the Organization
The European University Institute (EUI) is an international postgraduate and research institution located in Florence, Italy. Established by the Member States of the European Union, the Institute promotes advanced research and academic excellence in social sciences, law, economics, history, political science, and interdisciplinary studies. The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS) is one of EUI's leading research centres, focusing on major European and global policy challenges while bringing together scholars from around the world.
Fellowship Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | European University Institute (EUI) |
| Centre | Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies |
| Fellowship Name | Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 |
| Fellowship Type | Postdoctoral Fellowship |
| Mode | Residential |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Fellowship Location | Villa Schifanoia, Florence, Italy |
| Number of Fellowships | Up to 20 |
| Fellowship Start Date | 01 September 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
Fellowship & Internship Details
Fellowship Amount
- Basic fellowship grant of €2,850 per month.
- Eligible fellows may also receive family allowances.
- Research expense support of €650 is available for eligible academic activities.
Duration
- One year (12 months), from September 2027 to August 2028.
Age Limit
- No upper age limit is specified.
Test Scores Accepted
- No GRE, GATE, IELTS, TOEFL, or other standardized test scores are required.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have obtained their PhD more than five years before 1 September 2027 (i.e., before 1 September 2022).
- Candidates of all nationalities are eligible.
- Suitable for postdoctoral researchers, tenure-track academics, and scholars planning a sabbatical.
- Research proposal must align with one of the Robert Schuman Centre's research themes and programmes.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Late July 2026
- Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 (14:00 CEST)
- Fellowship Start Date: 01 September 2027
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Selection Process
Selection is based on:
- Academic CV.
- Quality of the research proposal.
- Fit of the proposal with the Centre's research themes.
- Two academic reference letters.
- Approval by the Academic Staff of the Robert Schuman Centre and the Executive Committee of the EUI.
There are no interviews in the selection process.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their online application through the EUI application portal before the deadline. Required documents generally include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Proposal
- Letter of Motivation
- Passport Copy
- Two Academic Reference Letters
Applicants are encouraged to register early so referees have sufficient time to submit recommendation letters before the deadline.
Why Apply?
- Join an internationally renowned European research institution.
- Conduct independent research in Florence, Italy.
- Receive a competitive monthly fellowship grant.
- Collaborate with leading international scholars.
- Access excellent academic resources and research networks.
- Participate in seminars, conferences, and interdisciplinary research activities.
- Build long-term international academic collaborations.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are invited from:
- Experienced Postdoctoral Researchers.
- Tenure-track Academics.
- Researchers on Sabbatical.
- Scholars from all nationalities.
- Candidates whose doctorate was awarded before 1 September 2022.
Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: Basic fellowship grant: €2,850 per month. Fellows may receive a household allowance of up to €310/month (subject to eligibility). Dependent child allowance of €210/month per eligible child. Research expense support of €650 for eligible academic activities such as conferences. Travel reimbursement up to €1,200 for arrival and departure journeys. Visa reimbursement up to €250 for eligible non-EU fellows.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to candidates of all nationalities.
Suitable for postdoctoral researchers, tenure-track academics, and scholars on sabbatical.
Research proposal must align with one of the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies research themes, programmes, or projects.
Applicants must submit a strong research proposal, CV, motivation letter, passport copy, and two academic reference letters.
Important Dates
| 0 | Application Opens: Late July 2026. |
| 1 | Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 (14:00 CEST). |
| 2 | Programme Start Date: 01 September 2027. |
| 3 | Programme Duration: September 2027 – August 2028. |
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