If you are a scholar in the humanities or social sciences with a passion for cultural diversity and creativity, the Barbro Klein Fellowship Programme 2026-27 might be the perfect opportunity for you. This prestigious fellowship, hosted by the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS), offers a unique chance to advance your research in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. Here's everything you need to know about this exciting opportunity .
Barbro Klein Fellowship Overview
Location: Uppsala, Sweden
Host Institution: Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS)
Academic Level: Postdoctoral
Areas of Research: Cultural and social diversity, cultural heritage, creativity, societal structures, public resistance, varieties of cultural expressions
Target Group: Scholars from the humanities and social sciences, particularly younger scholars from non-Western countries and underrepresented genders
Funding: Monthly salary, accommodation provided for fellows from outside the Stockholm-Uppsala region
Duration: Full academic year (September – June) or a single semester
Application Deadline: 2 June 2025
Start Date: September 2026
Eligible To: Scholars with a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) held for at least three years, with a promising track record of independent research and significant publications
Fellowship Overview
The Barbro Klein Residential Fellowship Programme aims to advance the study of cultural diversity from a global perspective. It is open to scholars from various disciplines within the humanities and social sciences. The fellowship encourages applications from talented younger scholars in non-Western countries and of underrepresented genders. Fellows are expected to actively engage in the Collegium’s scholarly community, participating in seminars and academic events beyond their own fields of specialization.
Curriculum and Activities
Fellows will have the opportunity to focus entirely on their research, free from teaching and administrative obligations. The programme includes regular seminars, workshops, and interdisciplinary discussions, fostering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. Fellows are encouraged to share their research findings and contribute to the academic community at SCAS.
What to Expect
As a fellow, you can expect a supportive and enriching environment that promotes intellectual growth and collaboration. You will have access to the Collegium’s extensive resources, including libraries and research facilities. The fellowship also provides opportunities for networking and building connections with other scholars from around the world.
Fellowship Benefits
Fees Covered: Monthly salary provided
Funding: Accommodation for fellows from outside the Stockholm-Uppsala region, with additional support for local scholars who are unable to commute
Additional Benefits: Access to SCAS resources, participation in seminars and academic events, opportunities for networking and collaboration
Eligibility Criteria
Hold a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) for at least three years at the time of application
Demonstrate a promising record of independent research beyond the post-doctoral level, including significant publications
Be active in international academic discussions and fora
Not required to hold a university position at the time of application
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted through the Varbi application system. The required documents include:
A curriculum vitae (not exceeding 4 pages)
A description of your intended research project (not exceeding 1500 words, excluding bibliography if any)
A list of your major articles (up to ten) in international peer-reviewed journals and/or major research monographs or edited volumes
ℹ️ The application deadline is 2 June 2025 (23:59 CET). Given the deadline coincides with a national holiday weekend, applicants are strongly advised to submit their applications well in advance. Final decisions will be communicated via the Varbi online application system no later than 28 February 2026.
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