# Senior Fellowship

**Funder:** Sigrid Jusélius Foundation
**Duration:** 6–12 months
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://www.sigridjuselius.fi/apurahat/senior-fellowship-6-12kk/
**Last verified:** 12 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Senior Fellowship for experienced biomedical researchers in Finland (6–12 months). At least 75% of grants awarded to Finnish researchers. See individual category page for application period details.

## Summary

The Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Senior Fellowship supports experienced biomedical researchers in Finland with a 6-12 month research stay. The call prioritises Finnish researchers, with at least 75% of grants awarded to applicants based in Finland. It is open annually across multiple research categories.

## Who should apply

- Experienced biomedical researchers based in Finland
- Researchers planning a focused research visit of 6-12 months
- Applicants across defined biomedical research categories (see category pages)

## Key dates

- Annual call; verify application period on category-specific pages
- 6-12 month fellowship duration

## Tips for applicants

- Check the category page for your research area, application periods vary by category.
- The foundation prioritises Finnish researchers; non-Finnish applicants are competitive but less frequently funded.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long is a Sigrid Jusélius Foundation Senior Fellowship?

6-12 months for a focused research visit.

### Who can apply for the Senior Fellowship?

Experienced biomedical researchers; at least 75% of grants go to Finnish-based researchers.

### Is the Senior Fellowship annual?

Yes, the call is annual, but application periods vary by research category.

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

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