Edinburgh Futures Institute 2025 Visiting Fellowship Programme

The Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) Visiting Fellowship Programme offers international researchers an opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research and collaboration at the University of Edinburgh. Fellows will join a vibrant academic community focused on tackling global challenges and shaping innovative futures.

The applicant’s research should contribute to collaborative, data-driven, and interdisciplinary research innovation across the University of Edinburgh, within one of our six key research areas:

• Creative Industries & Digital Humanities
• Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence
• Financial Services & Fintech 
• Future Infrastructure  
• Public Sector: prevention, data civics, participatory democracy, governance 
• Tourism & Festivals

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 23, 2025
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorUniversity of Edinburgh
• City to studyEdinburgh
• School to studyUniversity of Edinburgh
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• £1,500 monthly bursary for 3–6 months.
• Reimbursement of travel and visa costs.
• Access to seminars, events, and training courses.
• Opportunities for collaboration with faculty, business partners, and third-sector organizations.
• Participation in guest lectures, teaching, and grant proposals.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Hold an open-ended academic position at an institution.
• Have research aligned with EFI’s focus areas.
  Special consideration will be given to candidates from Low or Middle-Income Countries and underrepresented groups.

 

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Research experience and career stage.
• Alignment with EFI’s research themes.
• Contributions to interdisciplinary and data-driven research.

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Application Deadline

January 23, 2025

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Edinburgh on to apply

For more details, visit University of Edinburgh fellowship website.