Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study Fellowships 2027/28 in Portugal: International Research Opportunity with Funding for 3-8 Months
Overview
The Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study Fellowships for the 2027/28 academic year provide international researchers, academics, independent scholars, and artists with an opportunity to pursue independent research in Lisbon, Portugal. The residential programme lasts between three and eight months and aims to offer an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages original scholarship, independent thinking, interdisciplinary exchange, and academic excellence. Selected fellows receive dedicated time to concentrate on their projects without routine institutional duties, while engaging with a diverse community of scholars across various disciplines and nationalities.
Who can apply
The programme welcomes international applicants, including established academics, independent researchers, emeritus professors, professionals outside traditional academic institutions, and practicing artists whose proposed projects meet the requirements. Applicants must have strong research interests, a well-defined research plan, and a substantial research idea ready to be advanced during a dedicated period of residential work. Candidates are assessed competitively based on the quality and originality of their proposed research. Successful fellows are expected to be present in Lisbon for the agreed duration of their appointments.
What you get
Successful applicants receive financial and institutional support for their period of residence in Portugal. The financial package includes support for travel expenses associated with taking up the fellowship, travel and health insurance for the residential period, a monthly stipend to support the fellow, and a partial housing allowance for accommodation costs. The final financial award is determined after selection, taking into account the anticipated length of stay and the fellow's individual circumstances. Fellows also gain access to academic resources and a residential environment designed to support writing, theoretical development, and scholarly manuscript production.
Key dates
The application deadline is 15 October 2026. The fellowship takes place during the 2027/28 academic year.
Links in this posting
- Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study — 2027/28 Applications
- The fellowship is intended for individuals with strong research interests who would benefit from a dedicated period of intellectual work in an international setting. Applicants are assessed competitively, with particular attention given to the quality and originality of their proposed research. Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian
- Unlike opportunities that primarily support attendance at conferences or short training courses, the GIAS fellowship is structured around a residential research period. Selected fellows are expected to be present in Lisbon for the agreed duration of their appointments. Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian