Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies

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About Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies

The University of London is pleased to announce a new round of applications to its Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies, established between its two bases in London and Paris. This exciting international opportunity reflects the University’s commitment to connecting two of the most economically and ethnically diverse cities in Europe, championing the development of comparative research and new methodologies in urban policy innovation.

The Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship invites scholars to place alternative forms and spaces of knowledge production at the heart of proposals that may build on research and creative practice developed in relation to cultures and histories of the built environment across the world, but also more directly within the perimeter of the Paris-London framework. It encourages candidates to consider how their work will both benefit from sustained consideration of this Paris-London framework, while also contributing to the elucidation of it. It also anticipates the importance of historical perspectives and welcomes proposals anchored in the city as archive.

The Fellowship will be for a period up to 6 months (normally between January and June 2026), based in Paris or London, or split between the two cities.

The University of London Institute in Paris affords a unique opportunity for researchers to work in Paris, enjoying both the richness of the University of London and the cultural, philosophical and political vibrancy of Paris. 

Research at the Institute reflects the multilingual, intercultural and interdisciplinary environment and seeks to answer contemporary questions of cultural production, international politics and environmental humanities, especially as these are reflected in transnational exchange. Researchers work closely with different communities in Paris to develop our understanding of how France and the francophone world are positioned, both within local diversity and in wider global dynamics.

Research centres around four key themes:

• Mobilities, Environmental Politics and City Studies
  Exploring the intersection of urban culture with the migration of people and goods.
• Literary Studies, Cultural Translation and Multilingualism
  Exploring the impact of linguistic and literary diversity, creativity and innovation on the social and political identity of societies.
• Contemporary Politics and Critical Theory
  Exploring the origins, forms and responses to political, social and environmental crises from the perspective of both French and international critical theory.
• Knowledge Diplomacy
  Exploring the impact of higher education institutions and their research on inter-state cooperation, and vice-versa.

Researchers are committed to ensuring their work has a lasting impact on policy and society. The institute has a well-established reputation for collaboration with partners from both sides of the Channel and works extensively with academic and cultural institutions, community organisations and local government in France and the UK.

The Institute is proud to offer a programme of lively and varied research seminars and events throughout the year. The Institute attracts speakers from the international academic community, the media and cultural sector, government bodies, and NGOs for regular lectures and debates. All the Institute’s events are free of charge and open to all. 

• School: The University of London

Benefits of Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies

• The fellow will receive £50K per annum

Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies Requirements

• You must have a substantial research track record and hold a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field or have demonstrated the impact of their work through creative practice and dissemination. Candidates are invited to consult the University of London Institute in Paris website via the Research tab for further details on this fellowship, which will give a sense of the range of approaches adopted so far. 
• They particularly welcome applicants from minority groups.  
• They will accept applications from salaried and non-salaried candidates.   

As a Fellow,

• You will develop a programme of original research while contributing to the research training environment of the supporting institutions and partners in the University of London Federation.
• More specifically, their Fellow will design and convene a programme consisting of a combination of lectures, workshops, trainings and/or alternative collaborative activities with funds available for this programming (additional to the Fellow’s remuneration). 
• This programme may take place in a series of discrete events or in one consolidated period of programming.
• It may also involve some digital dissemination, but the Fellowship places a strong emphasis on experiential and in-person exchange and it is expected that you be able to undertake this programming and delivery in person.

Application Date and Process

Applicants should submit (amalgamated in one document):  

• CV (including names and contact details of two referees);  
• Short summary/pitch outlining the key objectives for the Fellowship (300 words max);  
• A project document explaining the aims for the period of the Fellowship and tentative organisational objectives for the collaborative work. This may include an outline of programming possibilities for workshops or a sequence of lectures associated with working groups/exploratory sessions, including possible invited participants (speakers or session leaders). Applicants are also invited to underline the possible relation between London and Paris events, with attention to the University’s objectives of ensuring benefit for a broad community of learners and researchers. Indicative titles for workshops/lectures may be given and/or short abstracts may be given. Candidates are encouraged to diversify the means/modes of interaction in the workshops (up to 4 pages; font: times new roman 12).  

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If you would like to discuss the post informally, or have questions about the application process, contact Professor Anna-Louise Milne: [email protected].

Application Deadline

08 July, 2025

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