ViCAS Senior Fellowships 2026/27
Nine-month fully funded residency for senior scholars to conduct interdisciplinary research in Vienna, Austria.
🔍 At a Glance
- Organizer: Vienna Center for Advanced Studies (University of Vienna)
- Opportunity Type: Fully funded academic fellowship
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025
- Fellowship Duration: 1 October 2026 – 30 June 2027
- Funding: €7,000/month + allowances
- Eligible for Malaysians: âś… Yes
🏛️ About the Fellowship
The ViCAS Senior Fellowship is a prestigious nine-month academic residency hosted by the University of Vienna. Designed for internationally recognised scholars who have held senior academic positions, this program supports original and interdisciplinary research in a vibrant European academic setting.
âś… Who Should Apply
- Senior academics with a record of professorship or equivalent standing
- Distinguished publication record and global academic recognition
- Proposal of an original research project suited to interdisciplinary collaboration
- Willingness to engage in scholarly life and reside in Vienna for the full term
đź’¶ Funding & Benefits
- Monthly stipend of €7,000
- €1,500/month housing allowance
- €500/month per dependent child (under 18)
- Private office space at ViCAS
- Full access to the University of Vienna’s academic infrastructure
- Participation in workshops, public events, and scholarly exchange
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official ViCAS application page: vicas.univie.ac.at
- Complete the online application form
- Upload the required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research proposal
- Personal statement
- Selected publications or publication list
- Submit by 1 September 2025 (Central European Time)
đź“… Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025
- Selection & Review: September–October 2025
- Final Notifications: Late 2025
- Fellowship Period: 1 October 2026 – 30 June 2027
📚 Take Your Research to Vienna
Join one of Europe’s most intellectually rich environments. Apply now for the ViCAS Senior Fellowship 2026/27 and elevate your work within an international community of scholars.
Start Your ApplicationQuestions? Visit the ViCAS site or contact via the University of Vienna portal.
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Source: vicas.univie.ac.at

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