YADIAS Fellowship 2027 invites qualified researchers to apply for a fully funded, 48-month doctoral fellowship at the University of Luxembourg. The YADIAS PhD Scholarship supports 15 full-time international doctoral candidates starting June 2027 and includes a competitive gross living allowance.
The programme is hosted by the University of Luxembourg’s Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) and is supported through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND initiative under Horizon Europe. YADIAS combines individual research, interdisciplinary training and international networking to strengthen early-stage research careers.
YADIAS Fellowship 2027 Benefits
- Conduct a four-year doctoral research project.
- Develop a research topic based on their own academic interests.
- Choose a principal supervisor and co-supervisor.
- Work across disciplinary boundaries.
- Develop advanced expertise in their main research field.
- Expand their knowledge of other academic disciplines.
- Build international research networks.
- Strengthen their employability and transferable skills.
- Prepare for future academic or non-academic research careers.
- Work toward the award of a doctoral degree.
YADIAS Fellowship 2027 Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- First Stage Researcher (R1) opportunity.
- Applicants must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis.
How to Apply for YADIAS Fellowship 2027
- Review the YADIAS programme.
- Develop your research idea.
- Identify potential supervisors.
- Prepare the required documents.
- Submit through the correct application portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the YADIAS Fellowship 2027. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply to the University of Luxembourg YADIAS programme.
How many positions are available under YADIAS?
The YADIAS programme will recruit 15 full-time international doctoral candidates for the 48-month programme beginning in June 2027. The opportunity is advertised for fifteen positions as stated in the programme details.
What is the duration and expected start date of the fellowship?
The fellowship is a 48-month doctoral research and career development programme. The positions are expected to begin on 1 June 2027, with the doctoral contract lasting four years.
How much is the living allowance for selected fellows?
Selected fellows will receive an indicative gross living allowance of €3,841 per month, paid 12 times per year. This corresponds to an indicative gross annual amount of approximately €46,092 before applicable deductions.
Who is eligible to apply for the YADIAS fellowship?
The programme is intended for international doctoral candidates who meet the academic and language requirements for doctoral admission at the University of Luxembourg. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent and meet the researcher profile of a First Stage Researcher (R1).
What language proficiency is required?
Applicants must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis. For research conducted in English, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate the required level of English proficiency through the accepted documentation specified by the university.
Can applicants propose their own research topic?
Yes. YADIAS uses a bottom-up research model that allows candidates to propose their own research topic provided it fits within the disciplines available at the University of Luxembourg. Applicants can also identify preferred principal and co-supervisors.
What are the working conditions for the fellowship?
The position is full-time (40 hours per week) on a temporary contract for four years. Successful candidates will receive a competitive contract and research conditions from the University of Luxembourg as part of the fellowship.
How are selection decisions made?
YADIAS recruitment follows the principles of Open, Transparent and Merit-Based Recruitment (OTM-R). Selection decisions are based on international peer review and include a matchmaking stage to identify appropriate supervisors.
What disciplines are open to applicants?
The fellowship is open across a broad range of research areas including educational sciences, architecture, biological sciences, chemistry, cultural studies, economics, engineering, geography, environmental science, history, juridical sciences, literature, management sciences, sociology, mathematics, medical sciences and physics.
Where and how should I submit my application?
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the dedicated YADIAS application portal. The University of Luxembourg warns that applications submitted through the general ‘Apply’ button associated with the vacancy will not be reviewed or forwarded, so candidates should use the official YADIAS portal.
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