Fellowships at Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies

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The Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS) is now accepting applications for up to 10 AIAS-AUFF Fellowships as part of its 2025–2026 call, offering a unique opportunity for talented, curiosity-driven researchers from around the world to pursue independent research in an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment at Aarhus University, Denmark.

Fellowship Overview

  • Start date: 1 September 2026
  • Duration: 23 months
  • Number of fellowships available: Up to 10
  • Location: Aarhus University, Denmark
  • Application deadline: 28 October 2025 at 12:00 (noon) CET
  • Application portal: Online via the GrantOne system

These fellowships are intended for researchers from all disciplines who have 2 to 10 years of postdoctoral experience by the application deadline. AIAS actively seeks proposals that are interdisciplinary and show potential for collaboration within Aarhus University.

Why Apply for an AIAS-AUFF Fellowship?

AIAS offers an inspiring and supportive environment that allows researchers to focus exclusively on their research without teaching or administrative obligations. Fellows benefit from:

  • A vibrant interdisciplinary research environment
  • Regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions focused on career development
  • Opportunities to collaborate across faculties, departments, and disciplines at Aarhus University
  • Support for engaging with global research networks
  • Office space and full integration into AIAS academic life

Whether working on solo projects or thematic group initiatives, fellows are encouraged to share ideas across disciplinary lines, making AIAS a hub for intellectual innovation.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the AIAS-AUFF Fellowship, applicants must:

  • Hold a PhD degree and have between 2 and 10 years of research experience post-PhD by the deadline
  • Be from any academic discipline and any nationality
  • Propose a high-quality research project, ideally with interdisciplinary dimensions
  • Not have resided or worked in Denmark for more than 12 months in the two years prior to the deadline (in line with EU mobility requirements)
  • Demonstrate interest in collaboration with researchers or departments at Aarhus University

Timeline

  • Call Opens: August 2025
  • Application Deadline: 28 October 2025 at 12:00 (noon) CET
  • Evaluation Period: October 2025 – February 2026
  • Results Announced: March 2026
  • Fellowship Start Date: 1 September 2026

More information available here