European University Institute (EUI) - Max Weber Programme for Postdoctoral Studies

Postdoctoral programme in historical, humanities, and social sciences at the European University Institute. Applications are currently closed.

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Deadline1 Aug 2030; Policy Leader Fellowship start

Award amount2,500 EUR per month; Basic grant: 2,500 EUR per month; Research expenses: 1,000 EUR per year; 1000 EUR personal mission and research fund; Household allowance: up to 310 EUR per month; Dependents allowance: 210 EUR per month per child; Additional 850 EUR for qualifying fellows in second year; Part-time assistant professor contract: approx. 1,000 EUR per month

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Selection Procedure and Criteria - Max Weber Fellowships

Details on the selection procedure and criteria for the Max Weber Fellowships at the European University Institute, including academic accomplishments, research proposals, and mentorship.

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Deadline

Applications now closed

Eligibility

Preference for applicants entering straight after doctorate or early post-doctoral career.; Additional consideration for country of origin, doctoral studies, gender, and background.; Members of underrepresented and disadvantaged groups encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Academic accomplishments and potential (publications, PhD thesis, academic career statement, two letters of reference).; Clear and well-structured research proposal with achievable goals.; Capacity and availability of EUI faculty for mentoring.

Application materials

Academic career statement; Two letters of reference

Important dates

Programme Start Date: 01/09/2026; Recruitment typically concluded by end of January (except Economics, which is end of March).

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