The NNF-IAS Fellowship 2026 in Denmark is a fully funded research program for international researchers. It focuses on the theme ‘Inequity in Health’ and is supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Fellows will work across Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies.
The program is hosted by eight Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies, with four main partners: AIAS (Denmark), CAS (Norway), HCAS (Finland), and SCAS (Sweden). It offers a unique interdisciplinary environment and aims to strengthen Nordic research in health and sustainability.
NNF-IAS Fellowship Benefits
- Full-time salary based on seniority
- Relocation travel expenses (subject to prior approval)
- Relocation assistance
- Budget for research costs up to EUR 20,000
- Office space at the hosting institute
- Access to academic training activities, conferences and workshops
- Affiliation with other Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies
NNF-IAS Fellowship Eligibility Criteria
- Open to researchers of any nationality and from all academic disciplines with research profiles within the thematic scope of the call
- Career experience of 2 to 10 years after completion of the PhD
- Must comply with a mobility demand: not have resided or carried out main work activity in the country of priority for more than 12 months in the two years prior to the deadline
- Excited about taking part in an interdisciplinary, cross-Nordic research endeavor
- Willing to reside in the country of the hosting institute for the duration of the fellowship
How to Apply for NNF-IAS Fellowship
- Submit application online via the GrantOne application system
- Prioritize your desired hosting institute in the application
- Refer to the ‘Guide for Applicants’ for detailed requirements and selection criteria
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the NNF-IAS Fellowship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the NNF-IAS Fellowship?
The NNF-IAS Fellowship is a fully funded research program for international researchers, focusing on Health and Sustainability. It is supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation and hosted by Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies.
What is the theme of the first call?
The first call is on the theme ‘Inequity in Health’. It is the first of four calls under the NNF-IAS Fellowship Programme.
How many fellowships are available?
Five fellowships are available in the first call, distributed among the four main partner institutes: AIAS (Denmark), CAS (Norway), HCAS (Finland), and SCAS (Sweden).
What is the duration of the fellowship?
The fellowship lasts 23 months, starting on September 1, 2027, and ending in July 2029.
What does the fellowship include?
The fellowship includes a full-time salary, relocation travel expenses, relocation assistance, a research cost budget up to EUR 20,000, office space, and access to academic activities.
Who can apply for the NNF-IAS Fellowship?
Researchers of any nationality and from all academic disciplines with research profiles within the thematic scope can apply. Applicants must have 2 to 10 years of post-PhD experience and meet mobility requirements.
What is the mobility requirement?
Applicants must not have resided or carried out their main work activity in the country of priority for more than 12 months in the two years immediately prior to the deadline.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted online via the GrantOne application system. Applicants must prioritize their desired hosting institute and follow the guidelines in the ‘Guide for Applicants’.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for applications is 1 October 2026 at 12:00 (noon) CEST.
When will applicants receive results?
Applicants will receive answers in March 2027. The fellowship begins on 1 September 2027.
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