NOMIS Senior Fellowship Program 2027 supports distinguished researchers with a residency at the Collegium Helveticum; the NOMIS Senior Fellowship enables mid-career and senior academics to work on cross-disciplinary projects on site in Zurich and collaborate with local faculty.
The program is offered by the Collegium Helveticum in partnership with the NOMIS Foundation and involves close cooperation with the Collegium’s three supporting universities: ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, and the Zurich University of the Arts. Nominations are submitted by faculty of those institutions.
NOMIS Senior Fellowship Benefits
- During their fellowship, recipients work primarily on site at the Collegium and collaborate with one or more faculty members from its supporting institutions—ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, and the Zurich University of the Arts.
- Their research should be innovative and address questions that cross disciplinary boundaries.
- Their presence at the Collegium is expected to have a lasting impact on Zurich’s academic environment.
- This nomination round is for fellowships of five or ten months (exceptions will be considered) during the period of September 1, 2027–June 30, 2028.
NOMIS Senior Fellowship Eligibility Criteria
- Faculty of the Collegium’s three supporting universities—ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, and the Zurich University of the Arts—are invited to nominate inspiring colleagues of high international standing.
- The Collegium offers NOMIS Senior Fellowships for distinguished and engaging researchers who are internationally recognized beyond their area of specialization.
- Recipients are expected to collaborate with one or more faculty members from the Collegium’s supporting institutions.
- The fellowship is intended for researchers whose research is innovative and crosses disciplinary boundaries.
How to Apply for NOMIS Senior Fellowship
- Nominate until September 30, 2026.
- Faculty of the Collegium’s three supporting universities are invited to nominate colleagues of high international standing.
- Refer to the fellowship info and nomination process linked on the Collegium Helveticum site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the NOMIS Senior Fellowship. These answers cover eligibility, duration, nomination deadlines, collaboration expectations, and how to begin the nomination process.
What is the NOMIS Senior Fellowship?
The NOMIS Senior Fellowship is a research residency offered by the Collegium Helveticum in partnership with the NOMIS Foundation for distinguished and engaging researchers. Fellows work primarily on site at the Collegium, collaborate with supporting university faculty, and pursue innovative cross-disciplinary research.
Who can nominate candidates for the fellowship?
Faculty of the Collegium’s three supporting universities—ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, and the Zurich University of the Arts—are invited to nominate inspiring colleagues of high international standing. Nominations must come from those institutions’ faculty.
What are the expected activities of a NOMIS Senior Fellow?
Fellows are expected to work primarily on site at the Collegium, collaborate with one or more faculty members from the supporting institutions, and engage in research that crosses disciplinary boundaries. Their presence should contribute to Zurich’s academic environment.
What is the duration of the fellowship?
This nomination round is for fellowships of five or ten months (exceptions will be considered) during the period of September 1, 2027–June 30, 2028. The exact fellowship term can be five or ten months as stated by the Collegium.
What is the nomination deadline?
The official site states that nominations are open until September 30, 2026. The page also notes the next application deadline as September 30, 2026.
Which institutions are involved in the program?
The program is run by the Collegium Helveticum in partnership with the NOMIS Foundation and involves the Collegium’s three supporting universities: ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, and the Zurich University of the Arts.
Does the fellowship require on-site presence?
Yes. The official description specifies that recipients work primarily on site at the Collegium, collaborating closely with faculty from the supporting institutions and contributing to the Zurich academic community.
Is this fellowship limited to certain research fields?
The Collegium’s description indicates that the fellowship is for researchers whose work is innovative and addresses questions that cross disciplinary boundaries, implying openness to a range of basic-research disciplines rather than a single field.
How can I find more information about the nomination process?
The Collegium Helveticum site includes a section titled ‘Fellowship info and nomination process’ and links to the NOMIS Senior Fellowship page for detailed information. The application link on the page is https://collegium.ethz.ch/fellowships/nomis-senior-fellowship.
Who funds the NOMIS Senior Fellowship?
The fellowship is made possible by a partnership with the NOMIS Foundation, as stated on the Collegium Helveticum site. Specific funding details are not provided on the page.
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