The Society for Italian Studies SIS Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- Apr 25
- 2 min read
If you're an early-career scholar in Italian Studies aiming to transform your PhD thesis into a published monograph, the Society for Italian Studies (SIS) Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025–26 offers a unique opportunity. This inaugural fellowship supports one exceptional candidate for a year-long residency at a UK or Irish university's Italian Department, providing the resources and mentorship necessary to advance your academic career.
🗒️ Fellowship Summary
Location: United Kingdom or Ireland
Host Institution: Applicant's choice of UK or Irish university with an Italian Department
Academic Level: Postdoctoral
Target Group: Recent PhD graduates in Italian Studies
Fields of Study: Italian Studies
Coverage: £19,237 (£21,237 for London-based fellows); £500 relocation grant if applicable
Duration: 12 months
Application Deadline: Friday, 9 May 2025, at 12:00 noon
Start Date: September or October 2025
Eligible to: Individuals who completed their PhD viva at a UK or Irish university no earlier than 9 May 2023
🎓 Fellowship Overview
The SIS Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to assist scholars in converting their doctoral research into a publishable book. The fellow will be affiliated with a UK or Irish university's Italian Department, gaining access to academic resources and a supportive scholarly community. This initiative aims to foster significant contributions to the field of Italian Studies.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Stipend: Aligned with the AHRC PhD maintenance stipend—£19,237, or £21,237 for London-based fellows
Relocation Grant: £500 for fellows moving to a different UK or Irish institution
Institutional Access: Non-stipendiary visiting status, including email, IT, and library access
Mentorship: Integration into the host department's academic life with dedicated mentorship
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Have successfully completed their PhD viva (with all corrections approved) at a UK or Irish university no earlier than 9 May 2023
Propose a project based on an Italianist topic with a clear publication plan
Be eligible to reside in the UK or Ireland or qualify for a Graduate Visa
Secure support from a UK or Irish university's Italian Department, with only one application supported per department.
📝 Application Procedure
Project Description and Publication Plan: Maximum 1,000 words detailing the proposed book's contribution to Italian Studies
Host Department Support Statement: Maximum 500 words, signed and on official letterhead, outlining mentorship and integration plans
Curriculum Vitae: Two pages
Referees: Contact details for two referees (references will be requested only for shortlisted candidates)
Submission:
Email all documents to the SIS Secretary, Chiara Giuliani, at [chiara.giuliani@ucc.ie] by the deadline.
ℹ️ Additional Information
Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for references.
Announcement: The successful candidate will be announced by Friday, 6 June 2025.
Fellowship Period: 12 months, commencing in September or October 2025.
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