The University of Vienna’s Faculty of Law is inviting applications for its Summer Semester 2027 Fellowship Programme, offering funding opportunities to international professors, doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers interested in advancing their academic research in Austria.
The programme aims to promote international academic exchange, strengthen research collaboration and establish lasting connections between international scholars and members of the Faculty of Law.
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to conduct research within an internationally recognised academic environment, benefit from the expertise of University of Vienna faculty members and develop new interdisciplinary research networks.
For the 2027 summer semester, the university will offer Senior and Junior Fellowships, with monthly financial support of €1,050 for senior researchers and €800 for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers.
About the University of Vienna Fellowship Programme.
The Faculty of Law Fellowship Programme provides international researchers with an opportunity to pursue their research projects while collaborating with academics at the University of Vienna.
The initiative supports both emerging and established researchers whose academic interests align with the faculty’s research priorities.
Through the programme, fellows can:
- Advance their ongoing research projects.
- Exchange knowledge with international academics and legal researchers.
- Benefit from the expertise of University of Vienna faculty members.
- Develop interdisciplinary research collaborations.
- Establish international academic networks.
- Explore opportunities for long-term scholarly cooperation.
The programme particularly encourages research that contributes to the faculty’s established academic priorities and strengthens international cooperation in legal scholarship.
Fellowship Categories and Financial Benefits
For the Summer Semester 2027, the University of Vienna is offering two fellowship categories.
Senior Fellowships
Senior Fellowships are intended for professors and established academics seeking to undertake research at the Faculty of Law.
Selected senior fellows will receive:
- Monthly financial support of €1,050.
- A fellowship lasting between two weeks and three months.
- Opportunities to collaborate with faculty members.
- Access to an international academic research environment.
Junior Fellowships
Junior Fellowships are designed for doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers seeking to advance their academic research and professional development.
Successful applicants will receive:
- Monthly financial support of €800.
- Research opportunities at the University of Vienna.
- Academic exchange and collaboration opportunities.
- Access to the expertise of faculty members.
The fellowship duration varies according to academic status:
- Postdoctoral researchers: Two weeks to three months.
- Doctoral researchers: One month to three months.
Important: The fellowship stipend does not establish an employment relationship with the University of Vienna.
Eligibility Requirements
The fellowship programme is open to international researchers affiliated with universities outside Austria.
Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
- Be conducting research at a university located outside Austria.
- Not have held employment at the University of Vienna during the six months preceding the application.
- Present a research project that aligns with at least one of the Faculty of Law’s research priorities.
- Obtain a formal supervision or hosting commitment from an eligible academic at the Faculty of Law.
Eligible academic hosts include:
- University professors.
- Habilitated academic staff.
- Associate professors.
- Assistant professors.
The hosting academic must provide a signed endorsement explaining why the applicant is particularly suitable for the fellowship.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates must prepare and submit a complete application package containing the following documents:
Completed Application Form
Applicants must complete the official fellowship application form and provide the requested personal and academic information.
Letter of Application
A maximum three-page application letter outlining:
- The proposed research project.
- Its connection to the Faculty of Law’s research priorities.
- Its relevance to the academic expertise of the proposed supervisor.
- The applicant’s reasons for selecting the University of Vienna as the host institution.
Curriculum Vitae
A maximum three-page CV highlighting the applicant’s academic qualifications, research experience, and professional achievements.
Senior fellows and postdoctoral researchers must include their five most important publications.
Predoctoral researchers must provide a recommendation letter from their supervisor.
Recommendation Letter for PhD Candidates
Doctoral candidates must additionally submit a recommendation letter from their current academic supervisor at their home university.
Supervision Agreement
Applicants must provide a signed supervision or hosting agreement from an eligible academic at the University of Vienna’s Faculty of Law.
Application Period and Important Dates
Candidates should take note of the following dates:
- Application opening: 1 November 2026.
- Application deadline: 30 November 2026.
- Selection decisions: December 2026.
- Fellowship period: Summer Semester 2027.
Applications must be submitted within the specified application period.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible international researchers should identify a suitable academic supervisor within the University of Vienna’s Faculty of Law before submitting their applications.
Applicants should ensure that their proposed research aligns with the faculty’s research priorities and that the required supervision agreement is secured.
Completed applications and supporting documents must be submitted by email to:
Email: fellowships.law@univie.ac.at
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents carefully and submit their applications before the closing date.
Contact Information
- Faculty of Law
University of Vienna
Schottenbastei 10–16
A-1010 Vienna, Austria
Application Email: fellowships.law@univie.ac.at
Official Website: University of Vienna – Faculty of Law.
Apply for the University of Vienna Fellowships 2027
The University of Vienna Faculty of Law Fellowship Programme offers an excellent opportunity for international professors, doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers to strengthen their academic profiles, advance their research and establish valuable international collaborations.
With monthly financial support of up to €1,050 and fellowship placements lasting up to three months, the programme provides an opportunity to engage with an international legal research community in Austria.
Eligible researchers affiliated with universities outside Austria are encouraged to prepare their applications and submit all required documents before 30 November 2026.
