FIAS Fellowship - Applications Open for 2026-2027
The French Institutes for Advanced Study (FIAS) Fellowship Programme is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. A total of 28 fellowship positions are available across seven institutes in France.
Host Institutes and Available Positions
- 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
About the Programme
The FIAS Fellowship Programme offers 10-month research stays in France for high-level international researchers. It is open to all disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH), as well as to interdisciplinary fields connected to SSH.
Fellows benefit from:
- A stimulating academic environment
- Full autonomy in organizing their research
- Access to leading French research centers and laboratories
Applicants are encouraged to consult each Institute's webpage to learn more about their specific priorities and partners.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to researchers of all nationalities and career stages (minimum PhD + 2 years postdoc)
- Applicants must not have resided or worked in France more than 12 months during the 3 years preceding the application deadline
Selection Process
- Based solely on scientific merit
- Evaluated through a rigorous international peer-review process
- Highly competitive
Application Timeline
- May 29, 2025: Online application portal opens
- July 16, 2025 (6:00 pm Paris time): Application deadline
- July 2025: Eligibility screening
- August-November 2025: Peer-review evaluation
- December 2025: Pre-selection results announced
- January-March 2026: Final selection by Scientific Boards
- March 2026: Final results published
How to Apply
- Submit your application via the FIAS website
- Create an account by clicking the arrow icon in the top-right corner
Required Documents (in English only)
- Online application form
- Curriculum vitae (including publication list and 3 referees)
- PhD diploma (PDF)
- Research proposal (max 5 pages + 1 page bibliography)
- 3 to 5 key publications
- (Optional) Up to 2 letters of recommendation
Note: The proposal must clearly explain objectives, methodology, relevance to the field, expected outcomes, and impact on your career. You may also name up to 3 reviewers to exclude.
Ethics and Data Policy
Applicants must commit to:
- Respect the FIAS Code of Ethics
- Comply with European privacy and data protection rules
