# Professorship Grant

**Funder:** Sigrid Jusélius Foundation
**Duration:** 5 years
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://www.sigridjuselius.fi/en/apurahat/professorship-5-years/
**Last updated:** 10 Aug 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports professorships in top-level medical research in Finland for 5 years. At least 75% of grants awarded to Finnish researchers. Applications submitted via electronic system during the application period.

## Summary

The Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Professorship Grant funds five-year professorships in top-level medical research in Finland. At least 75% of grants are awarded to Finnish researchers. The call runs annually via an electronic application system.

## Who should apply

- Researchers leading top-level medical research programs in Finland
- Finnish researchers and internationally recruited researchers at Finnish institutions
- Applicants ready to establish or consolidate an independent professorship

## Key dates

- Annual application period via electronic system (verify exact dates on foundation website)
- Five-year professorship duration

## Tips for applicants

- Apply early within the window; the electronic system may have submission volume constraints.
- Emphasise the international standing of your research programme and impact potential in Finnish research.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long is the Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Professorship Grant?

Five years.

### Who is eligible for the Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Professorship Grant?

Researchers leading top-level medical research in Finland; at least 75% of grants go to Finnish researchers.

### How often does the Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Professorship Grant open?

The call runs annually via an electronic application system.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/sigrid-jus-lius-foundation-professorship-grant-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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