Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Zurich CEES Fellowship Program 2027 in Switzerland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About University of Zurich CEES Fellowship Program
The CEES Fellowship Program is typically set up as a four-months (one semester) residential fellowship at the University of Zurich. During this period, the CEES Fellow is expected to pursue her or his independent research in residency and to participate actively in the scholarly activities of the CEES. The Fellow will have access to the relevant libraries and the interdisciplinary community of experts associated with the CEES. The Fellow will hold a workshop presentation on his or her research topic. The Fellow is also expected to publish her or his findings in one of the CEES publication outlets. Funding includes a stipend for living expenses during the period of stay of up to four months, travel and administrative costs in Switzerland. In addition to library access, the fellow will have use of a workspace and other necessary facilities at the CEES. The CEES will help the Fellow with finding housing in the Zurich area
Benefits of University of Zurich CEES Fellowship Program
- A stipend for living expenses during the period of stay of up to four months
- Travel and administrative costs in Switzerland
- Access to relevant libraries and the interdisciplinary community of experts associated with the CEES
- Use of a workspace and other necessary facilities at the CEES
- Assistance from CEES in finding housing in the Zurich area
University of Zurich CEES Fellowship Program Requirements
- Highly talented and innovative young or mid-career scholars in the social sciences or humanities
- Research focus on historical or contemporary topics related to Russia, Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, or Central Asia
- For Spring 2027, particular interest in geopolitical trends, economic connectivity, and/or transnational social or cultural issues related to the South Caucasus region
- Applicants must be enrolled or employed at their home university
Application Date and Process
- Prepare a letter of motivation
- Prepare a research proposal (3–5 pages)
- Include a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications)
- Provide a short writing sample (article or book chapter length)
- Provide a short proposal for a presentation to be held at CEES
- Include two letters of recommendation and/or names of two referees
- Combine all materials into a single PDF document and send to: [email protected] by October 12, 2026
Application Deadline
12 October, 2026
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