Human Past Fellowship 2026–27

Human Past Fellowship Programme 2026-27 at Center for the Human Past, Sweden

About the Fellowship

The Human Past Residential Fellowship Programme at the Center for the Human Past offers an exceptional opportunity for both early-career and established researchers to explore the deep history of human populations over the past 10,000 years. This prestigious fellowship promotes interdisciplinary collaboration among archaeologists, population geneticists, and historical linguists to study major migration events such as the Indo-European, Bantu, and Austronesian expansions. Fellows benefit from a vibrant academic environment free from teaching duties, fostering cutting-edge research that contributes to understanding global human history.

Fellowship Details

Position: Advanced Fellowship & Young Scholar Fellowship
Institution: Center for the Human Past
Administering Body: Swedish Research Council
Location: Stockholm–Uppsala, Sweden
Research Field: Archaeology, Population Genetics, Historical Linguistics
Type: Full-time Residential Fellowship
Duration: Single semester or full academic year (1 September 2026 – 11 June 2027)
Start Date (Anticipated): September 2026
Working Hours: As per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation: Monthly salary (home institution salary top-ups not guaranteed); accommodation provided for non-local fellows
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD or equivalent doctoral degree

Research Areas Supported

Archaeology of human migrations
Population genetics and human evolution
Historical linguistics and language dispersals
Interdisciplinary research on Indo-European, Bantu, and Austronesian expansions

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

For Advanced Fellowship: PhD awarded on or before 1 June 2018, with at least seven years of post-PhD research experience
For Young Scholar Fellowship: PhD awarded on or after 2 June 2018
Candidates do not need current institutional affiliation
Proven track record of original and significant research achievements

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong publication record in relevant fields
Active participation in international academic fora
Experience in interdisciplinary research collaboration

Not Eligible:

Applicants holding multiple simultaneous fellowship applications at SCAS (only one allowed)

Fellowship/Job Benefits

Visa sponsorship (where applicable)
Competitive monthly stipend/salary
Accommodation covered for fellows outside the Stockholm–Uppsala region
Access to health insurance and research facilities
Participation in academic seminars, workshops, and networking events

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent, original research on topics related to human migrations and past populations
Actively participate in the Collegium’s scholarly community through seminars and interdisciplinary events
Contribute to collaborative research initiatives at the Center for the Human Past
Disseminate research findings via publications and presentations