To all outstanding researchers, do you want an immersive research experience at one of Finland’s leading research institutes? Today, we are here with an exciting, fully funded visiting fellow program that you must consider. The University of Jyväskylä (JYU) is pleased to announce the call for applications for its flagship “JYU Visiting Fellow Programme 2027”. This prestigious fellows program, organized and funded by the JYU Institute, invites applications from outstanding researchers with a PhD degree from outside Finland for a 1-2-month research stay at the institute, starting in January 2026 and ending on December 31st, 2026. Those granted the fellowship must attend the program in 2027; the grant cannot be extended to the next year.
The objective of the JYU Fellows program is to support high-quality research and promote collaboration with international partners. The fellowship program is designed for researchers who have earned a PhD before the fellowship begins; selected fellows will be hosted by one or more faculties and departments at JYU. The program is highly competitive; candidates with outstanding achievements in scientific research are encouraged to apply. Beyond research, the fellows will also engage in educational activities at the institute. No application fee is required. The last date for submission of applications is August 14th, 2026, Finnish time. Learn more about the program below.
JYI Visiting Fellow Programme Overview
- Host Country: Finland
- Host Institute: University of Jyväskylä
- Eligible Countries: All Foreign Nationals
- Aimed at: Researchers
- Duration: 1-2 Months
- Visiting Period: January 2027 – December 31st, 2027
- Application Deadline: August 14th, 2026 Finish time
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Research Areas
You can select your field of research in one of the following JYU academic divisions
- Mathematics & Science
- Information Technology
- Health Science & Sports
- Education & Psychology
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Economics & Business
Who can Apply?
To be eligible for the visiting fellows programme at the University of Jyväskylä (JYU) in Finland, you must fulfill the following requirements:
- Open for all nationalities
- Researchers who have completed their PhD degree before the start of the visit
- Applicants’ current institutional affiliation must be outside Finland
- Demonstrate an excellent track record in conducting scientific research
- Excellent command of the English Language
- Must secure an invitation letter from the JYU host
- Commit to full-time in-person participation during programme dates
Fellows Programme Benefits
The JYU Visitng fellows programme offers a wide range of financial, administrative, and academic benefits, such as:
- Fellows will receive a grant of €4,000/month
- The grant helps you in covering the following expenses:
- Travel expenses
- Living and accommodation
- Basic living expenses during your stay in Finland
- Fellows will have complete access to the institute’s state-of-the-art facilities
- Opportunity to present your research findings to the broader community
- Networking opportunities with researchers from across the world.
Required Document
- Curriculum Vitae
- Invitation letter from the JYU host
- Research Plan not exceeding 2 to 3 pages
- List of Publications
How to Apply?
The application process of the JYU fellows programme consists of multiple steps:
- Step 1: Secure a JYU host & get an invitation letter
- Step 2: Prepare the above-mentioned required documents
- Step 3: After completing the above 2 steps, complete your online application via the JYU official portal. All applications must be submitted by August 14th, 2026.
For more details, visit the offical link below:
APPLY FOR THE FINISH JYU FELLOW PROGRAMME
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