Offers a research stay from September to November 2026
The Institute of History of the Slovak Academy of Sciences is pleased to offer fellowships for scholars from outside Slovakia, lasting one to two months within the period between September and November 2026.
We welcome applications from scholars of all career stages engaged in innovative historical or interdisciplinary research. The fellowship provides an opportunity to collaborate with a leading institution for historical research in Slovakia and to connect with the Institute’s experts working in a wide range of fields, including political, social, cultural, and economic history, covering periods from the early medieval era to the present.
There are no restrictions regarding historical period or geographical focus; however, preference will be given to projects related to the themes outlined in the strategic research plan of the IH SAS. We particularly encourage applications from scholars with a strong interest in Central and Eastern Europe.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have completed a PhD or equivalent by the application deadline and must not be citizens of Slovakia.
Application Deadline:
- 31 May 2026
What to Submit:
- A project proposal (up to 1000 words), outlining the research project, its objectives and methodology, its relevance to the applicant’s broader research agenda, and how a stay at the Institute of History SAS would support the proposed research. The proposal should also include a clear indication of the preferred length of stay (one or two months) and the intended period of the visit between September and November 2026.
- A CV including a list of the applicant’s most important scholarly publications
Applications should be submitted electronically via email to: visiting.fellows@savba.sk
Notification of results: Applicants will be informed about the outcome of the selection process by 30 June 2026
The Institute Offers:
- Travel reimbursement for one round trip from the applicant’s home institution (up to 500 €)
- Free accommodation in an apartment in Bratislava (near the National Archives).
- Workspace at the Institute.
- Access to the Central Library of the Slovak Academy of Sciences and the University Library in Bratislava, the largest research libraries in Slovakia, both holding one of the finest collections of historical works in the country.
- A friendly and collaborative working environment, with opportunities to participate in the Institute’s activities and develop long-term individual and institutional cooperation.
Please note that the Institute does not provide additional financial support beyond the benefits listed above; however, the fellowship may be combined with other sources of funding.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming you to Bratislava!
Offers a research stay from September to November 2025
The Institute of History at the Slovak Academy of Sciences is pleased to offer fellowships for scholars from outside Slovakia, lasting one to two months within the period between September and November 2025. We welcome applications from scholars of all ages engaged in cutting-edge historical or interdisciplinary research. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with a leading institution in historical research in Slovakia, and connect with the Institute’s experts in various fields—ranging from political to social, cultural, and economic history, as well as related disciplines and digital humanities. There are no limitations as to historical period or geographical area, but preference will be given to certain themes (see below). We particularly encourage applications from those with a strong interest in Central and Eastern Europe.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have completed a PhD or equivalent by the application deadline and must not be citizens of Slovakia.
- Preference will be given to projects related to the themes outlined in the strategic research plan of the IH SAS, including:
- o Construction of identities and transfer of ideas in medieval Central Europe
- o Medievalism and modernism in the Early Modern Period
- o Social exclusion/inclusion and social cohesion
- o Collective frustrations, phobias, hatred, and violence in interwar and wartime society
- o Reconstruction of country and society after military conflict
- o The legacy of the welfare state and post-war modernism
- o Economic and environmental history during the 20th century
Application Deadline:
- 31 May 2025
What to Submit:
- A project proposal (up to 1000 words)
- A CV including a list of the applicant’s most important scholarly publications
- Submit proposals electronically via email to the address: visiting.fellows@savba.sk
The Institute is Offering:
- Travel expenses for a round trip from your home institution (max 500 €)
- Free accommodation in an apartment in Bratislava (near the National Archives and University Library)
- A working space at the Institute
- Access to the Central Library of SAS and the University Library in Bratislava, the largest research library in Slovakia, both of which hold one of the finest collections of historical works in the country
- A friendly working environment and the opportunity to participate in the work of the Institute, fostering long-term individual and institutional cooperation
Please note, the Institute does not offer any additional financial assistance, however the fellowship can be combined with other forms of funding.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming you to Bratislava!
Offers a research stay from January to June 2025
The Institute of History at the Slovak Academy of Sciences is pleased to offer fellowships for scholars from outside Slovakia, lasting from one to three months inside the time frame between January and June 2025. We welcome applications from scholars of all ages engaged in cutting-edge historical or interdisciplinary research. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with a leading institution in historical research in Slovakia, and connect with the Institute’s experts in various fields—ranging from political to social, cultural, and economic history, as well as related disciplines and digital humanities. There are no limitations as to historical period or geographical area, but preference will be given to certain themes (see below). We particularly encourage applications from those with a strong interest in Central and Eastern Europe.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have completed a PhD or equivalent by the application deadline and must not be citizens of Slovakia.
- Preference will be given to projects related to the themes outlined in the strategic research plan of the IH SAS, including:
- Construction of identities and transfer of ideas in medieval Central Europe
- Medievalism and modernism in the Early Modern Period
- Social exclusion/inclusion and social cohesion
- Collective frustrations, phobias, hatred, and violence in interwar and wartime society
- Reconstruction of country and society after military conflict
- The legacy of the welfare state and post-war modernism
- Economic and environmental history during the 20th century
Application Deadline:
- 31 October 2024
What to Submit:
- A project proposal (up to 1000 words)
- A CV including a list of the applicant’s most important scholarly publications
- Submit proposals electronically via email to the address: visiting.fellows@savba.sk
The Institute is Offering:
- Travel expenses for a round trip from your home institution (max 500 euros)
- Free accommodation in an apartment in Bratislava (near the National Archives and University Library)
- A working space at the Institute
- Access to the Central Library of SAS and the independent state “University Library,” which have one of the finest collections of works on history in Slovakia
- A friendly working environment and the opportunity to participate in the work of the Institute, fostering long-term individual and institutional cooperation
Please note, the Institute does not offer any additional financial assistance, however the fellowship can be combined with other forms of funding.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming you to Bratislava!