The Institute of History of the Slovak Academy of Sciences is pleased to offer visiting fellowships of one or two months to scholars from outside Slovakia. The fellowships may be undertaken between January and June 2027.
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 historical research institution 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 Middle Ages 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 Institute of History SAS. We particularly encourage applications from scholars with a strong interest in Central and Eastern Europe.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have completed a PhD or an equivalent doctoral degree by the application deadline and must not be citizens of Slovakia.
Application Deadline:
- 31 October 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 January and June 2027.
- A CV including a list of the applicant’s most important scholarly publications
Applications should be submitted electronically by email to: visiting.fellows@savba.sk
Notification of results: Applicants will be informed about the outcome of the selection process by 30 November 2026
The Institute Offers.
- Reimbursement of travel expenses for one return journey between the fellow’s home institution and Bratislava, 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, two of Slovakia’s largest research libraries, both of which hold extensive collections of historical literature.
- 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!