About the opportunity
The Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies (HCAS), an independent institute of the University of Helsinki, provides an excellent international research environment for scholars in the humanities and social sciences. The institute aims to facilitate curiosity-driven, original research and interdisciplinary interaction between different fields of research, with English as the working language. The 2027 Core Fellowship program invites applications for fixed-term appointments to begin in August-September 2027, seeking 10–15 fellows across various career stages.
Salary and benefits
- Salaried positions with monthly gross salaries based on the Finnish university salary system:
- – Post-doctoral researchers: 4,000€ to 4,400€ per month.
- – University researchers: 5,000€ to 5,500€ per month.
- – Visiting Professors: 7,000€ to 9,000€ per month.
- – Annual personal allowance of 4,000€ for travel and other research expenses.
- – Office space on HCAS premises at the University of Helsinki City Centre Campus.
Who can apply?
- Must have completed a doctoral degree before the application deadline.
- Ability to produce high-quality research in the humanities or social sciences.
- Post-doctoral researchers: Must demonstrate a promise of scholarly excellence.
- University researchers: Must have an internationally recognized research profile and the ability to contribute to the direction of their field and to lead a research group.
- Visiting Professors: Must have qualifications of a full professor with a distinguished track record in research, academic leadership, international collaboration, and success in attracting external research funding.
Required documents
- Details of academic merits.
- Research project description.
- Explanation of contribution to the interdisciplinary research environment of the Collegium.
- Indication of plans to collaborate with University of Helsinki researchers.
When to apply
- Closing date for applications: 14th of September 2026 at 23:59 (local Helsinki time).
- Appointments decision announced by early March 2027.
How to apply
- Candidates from outside the University of Helsinki must apply through the University's electronic recruitment system by clicking 'Apply now'.
- Candidates with a helsinki.fi user account and a valid employment or grant-funded contract at the University of Helsinki must apply via 'Employee login'.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Scholars in the humanities and social sciences with a completed doctoral degree
- Researchers at various career stages, from post-doctoral to full professor
- Individuals with a strong research profile and a desire for interdisciplinary interaction
- Academics looking to collaborate with the University of Helsinki
What should you think carefully about?
- The fellowship is on-site in Helsinki, requiring relocation
- The position is fixed-term, which requires planning for the next career step
- Applicants must demonstrate a clear plan for interdisciplinary contribution
- The selection process is highly competitive and involves a long lead time for the 2027 start
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This fellowship is a premier opportunity for scholars to dedicate time to curiosity-driven research in a supportive, international environment. It is an excellent way to advance a research project, build a network at the University of Helsinki, and elevate one's academic profile.
Our take
Scholars with a high-quality research project and a desire for interdisciplinary collaboration should apply. Those who prefer a permanent position or are not ready for a fixed-term fellowship may find this less suitable.
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