The Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg (Institute for Advanced Study), based in Delmenhorst, Germany, has recently published a call for applications for the position of Stiftungsvorstand – Rector and Director of the Foundation (w/m/d).

The call has been launched in view of the upcoming retirement of the current Rector of the Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg, Prof. Dr. Kerstin Schill, scheduled for September next year.

The selection process is being coordinated by a search committee which encourages academics and individuals with relevant leadership profiles who may be interested in this opportunity to consult the call and share it with potential candidates:
https://www.academics.de/jobs/stiftungsvorstand-rektor-in-und-leitung-der-stiftung-w-m-d-hanse-wissenschaftskolleg-institute-for-advanced-study-hwk-delmenhorst-1109777

2027 Network Research Visit Call for Applications published by the Universität Konstanz (Germany)

We are sharing the call for Research Visits published by the Universität Konstanz (1 to 3 months, preferably between January and July 2027).

• Target Audience: Early-career researchers (up to 6 years post-PhD) from all disciplines or with an interdisciplinary focus, who are currently fellows at one of the collaborating international Institutes for Advanced Studies (outside of Germany).
• Objective: To enhance international research collaboration opportunities between both individuals and institutions.
• More Information: Available on the following webpage: https://www.uni-konstanz.de/zukunftskolleg/support-measures/research-visit/
• Requirements: A letter of support from a member of the University of Konstanz (preferably one of our fellows) is required.
• Deadline: July 5th, to ensure the selection process is completed before the summer break.

Applications must be submitted via email to: Ellen Werner, Programme Coordinator

ellen.werner@swedishcollegium.se

What is CAT?

The Constructive Advanced Thinking (CAT) programme supports small, interdisciplinary teams of early-career researchers to develop innovative ideas through a series of short, funded stays at Institutes for Advanced Study (IASs) across Europe.

CAT is not a traditional research grant but a collaborative format designed to foster exchange, experimentation, and the development of new approaches in a highly interactive and interdisciplinary setting.

The initiative was developed within the Network of European Institutes for Advanced Study (NetIAS) and involves institutes both within and beyond the network, providing access to a wide range of research environments and intellectual communities across Europe.

See: Constructive Advanced Thinking (CAT) ⏽ Netias · Network of European Institutes for Advanced Study

Established by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation in 2025, the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study (GIAS) hosts world-class researchers, offering residencies of three to eight months.

FRIAS Fellowship Programmes 2027/28

The Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS) invites researchers to apply for fellowships in the academic year 2027/28. The call is open to researchers from all disciplines and nationalities who hold a doctoral degree.