Society in Science (Branco Weiss Fellowship)
Branco Weiss Fellowship 2027
Annual deadline 15 January
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The Branco Weiss Fellowship funds postdoctoral researchers within five years of their PhD to pursue independent, interdisciplinary research at any host institution worldwide, with up to CHF 600,000 over five years. The call is open to researchers before their first faculty appointment and places no restrictions on host country or research discipline. The fellowship runs annually with a January deadline.
Details
| Funder | Society in Science (Branco Weiss Fellowship) |
| Budget | Up to CHF 600,000 over 5 years |
| Deadline | 15 January 2027 |
| Duration | Up to 5 years |
| Consortium | No — individual fellowship, host institution of your choice |
| Application | Single-stage |
| Frequency | Annual (15 January) |
| Next round | 2028-01 |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
Branco Weiss Fellowship (Society in Science, administered by ETH Zurich) funds postdocs (PhD ≤5y, before first faculty post) pursuing independent, interdisciplinary research at any host institution worldwide. Not host-country-restricted.
Who Should Apply
- •Postdoctoral researchers within 5 years of PhD completion
- •Researchers not yet in a faculty or independent group leader position
- •Scholars pursuing genuinely interdisciplinary projects across traditional boundaries
- •Applicants willing to choose their own host institution globally
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline 15 January
- •Single-stage application and review
- •Up to five-year fellowship duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Interdisciplinarity is core to the fellowship's identity, frame your project as bridging distinct fields rather than extending one discipline.
- ✓The funder expects genuine intellectual independence; make clear how your research direction diverges from your PhD advisor's line of work.
- ✓You may host your fellowship anywhere in the world without country-of-origin restrictions; highlight your choice of host and supervisor strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Branco Weiss Fellowship provide?
Up to CHF 600,000 over five years to support salary, materials, and research costs at your chosen host institution.
Who is eligible for the Branco Weiss Fellowship?
Postdoctoral researchers within five years of their PhD who have not yet held a faculty or independent group leader position.
Where can I host a Branco Weiss Fellowship?
At any research institution worldwide; there are no host-country restrictions and you select the institution yourself.
What is the deadline for the Branco Weiss Fellowship?
The annual deadline is 15 January; the next round closes on 15 January 2027.
Is the Branco Weiss Fellowship open to all research fields?
Yes, the fellowship is discipline-open and encourages interdisciplinary research across traditional boundaries.
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