Applications are open for the Center for Eastern European Studies (CEES) Fellowship Program 2027 (Funded) - a residential research fellowship at the University of Zurich for young or mid-career scholars in the social sciences and humanities working on Eastern Europe, Russia, the Caucasus, or Central Asia.
For Spring 2027, CEES offers 5 - 6 fellowships of up to four months starting mid-February 2027. Funding covers a living stipend plus travel and administrative costs. Deadline: 12 October 2026. Submit one English PDF to cees@isos.uzh.ch.
This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on the official CEES / University of Zurich call. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.
Quick Facts - CEES Fellowship Program 2027
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | CEES Fellowship Program - Spring 2027 |
| Host | Center for Eastern European Studies, University of Zurich, Switzerland |
| Places | 5 - 6 residential fellowships |
| Duration | Up to 4 months (one semester), from mid-February 2027 |
| Fields | Social sciences & humanities (historical or contemporary) |
| Focus regions | Eastern Europe, Russia, Caucasus, Central Asia |
| Priority theme (Spring 2027) | Geopolitical trends, economic connectivity, and/or transnational social/cultural issues related to the South Caucasus (broader topics still welcome) |
| Funding | Stipend for living expenses + travel + administrative costs; workspace; library access; housing assistance |
| Deadline | 12 October 2026 |
| Submit | Single PDF by email to cees@isos.uzh.ch |
About the Fellowship
Fellows pursue independent research in Zurich, join CEES scholarly activities, access UZH libraries and the CEES expert community, hold a lecture/seminar/workshop on their topic, and are expected to publish findings in a CEES publication outlet. The programme is funded by the Department of History and supported by the University of Zurich.
Benefits
- Stipend for living expenses during the stay (up to four months)
- Travel and administrative cost support
- Workspace and facilities at CEES
- Library access and interdisciplinary academic community
- Help finding housing in the Zurich area
Exact stipend amounts are not always published on the call page - contact CEES if you need figures before applying.
Eligibility
- Highly talented, innovative young or mid-career scholars
- Social sciences or humanities
- Research focus on historical or contemporary topics related to Eastern Europe, Russia, the Caucasus, or Central Asia
- Must be enrolled or employed at a home university (independent unaffiliated researchers are not considered)
- Application materials in English
Required Documents (single PDF)
- Letter of motivation
- Research proposal (3 - 5 pages)
- CV including list of publications
- Short writing sample (article or book-chapter length, English)
- Short proposal for a workshop to be held at CEES
- Two letters of recommendation or names of two referees
How to Apply
- Read the Spring 2027 call (PDF available on the page).
- Compile all materials into one English PDF.
- Email the PDF to cees@isos.uzh.ch by 12 October 2026.
- Contact: CEES / ISOS, Plattenstrasse 43, CH-8032 Zürich · +41 (0)44 634 81 93
Official Links
CEES Call for Applications - Spring 2027
CEES Fellowship Program overview
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FAQs - CEES Fellowship Program 2027
When is the deadline?
12 October 2026.
Is it funded?
Yes - living stipend, travel, and administrative costs for up to four months, plus workspace and housing help.
How long is the stay?
Up to four months, starting mid-February 2027.
Who can apply?
Young/mid-career social science or humanities scholars enrolled or employed at a home university, with Eastern Europe / Eurasia focus.
Where do I apply?
There is no online form - email one PDF to cees@isos.uzh.ch. Details: official call page.
