Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 – European University Institute

Fellowship Opportunity: Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 – European University Institute

• Institution: European University Institute (EUI)

• Host Centre: Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

• Programme: Jean Monnet Fellowships

• Opportunity Type: Residential Research Fellowship

• Number of Fellowships: Up to 20 per year

• Duration: One Year

• Programme Start Date: September 1, 2027

• Location: Villa Schifanoia, Florence, Italy

• Methodology: Residential

• Fellowship / Grant Amount: Not specified in the provided programme description

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026 at 14:00 CEST

About the Fellowship

The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies at the European University Institute invites applications for its one-year Jean Monnet Fellowships for the 2027–28 academic year.

The programme is designed for established scholars who obtained their doctorate more than five years before the fellowship start date of September 1, 2027. The fellowship is open to postdoctoral researchers, tenure-track academics, and scholars seeking to spend a sabbatical period at the Centre.

Eligibility

Applicants should:

• Hold a doctoral degree.

• Have obtained their doctorate more than five years before September 1, 2027.

• Submit a research proposal that fits one of the Robert Schuman Centre’s principal research themes, programmes, or projects.

• Demonstrate a strong academic profile through their CV and proposed research.

Researchers who obtained their doctorate less than five years ago are directed by EUI to consider the Max Weber Programme for Postdoctoral Studies instead.

Research & Academic Engagement

Jean Monnet Fellows will:

• Be based at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies.

• Be associated with one of the Centre’s research projects or programmes.

• Conduct their proposed research during the fellowship year.

• Participate actively in the academic life of the Centre.

• Contribute to activities associated with their host project or programme.

• Take part in EUI postdoctoral programme activities.

• Collaborate with EUI researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and academic staff.

Selection

Fellows are selected primarily on the basis of:

• Research Proposal

• Curriculum Vitae

The research proposal should demonstrate a strong fit with the Centre’s research themes, programmes, or ongoing projects.

Who Can Apply

The programme is particularly suitable for:

• Established postdoctoral researchers

• Tenure-track academics

• Researchers seeking an academic sabbatical

• Scholars whose research aligns with the Robert Schuman Centre’s areas of work

Application Process

• Programme Start Date: September 1, 2027

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026 at 14:00 CEST

• Application Mode: Online

• Apply Online: https://apply.eui.eu/osiris_application_euiprd/WelkomPagina.do?proces=JMF_APPLY

• Official Programme Information: https://www.eui.eu/apply?id=jean-monnet-fellowships

Applicants should review the programme’s eligibility criteria, conditions of award, selection procedure, and applicant guidance before submitting their application.

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