About the Grant
The Post-PhD Research Grant by the Wenner-Gren Foundation supports individual research projects by scholars who hold a PhD in anthropology or a closely related discipline, including independent researchers. The grant aims to advance innovative research that deepens our understanding of what it means to be human. With no restrictions on methodology, location, or topic, it encourages projects that bring together multiple subfields and introduce new theoretical or methodological approaches. This globally recognised grant offers flexible project design and duration, allowing scholars to conduct fieldwork, archival studies, or comparative analyses over multiple phases. It remains one of the most respected opportunities in anthropology, promoting research that bridges intellectual boundaries and contributes meaningfully to global conversations about humanity.
Grant Details
- Grant Name: Post-PhD Research Grant
- Funding Agency/Institution: Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
- Location: International (Open to applicants worldwide)
- Research Field(s): Anthropology and related disciplines
- Grant Type: Project Grant
- Project Duration: Flexible; no fixed duration, can include distinct research phases
- Funding Amount: Up to US $25,000
- Grant Start Date (Expected): July 2026
- Mode of Research: Individual / Interdisciplinary
- Application Type: Open Call
Research Areas Supported
- Cultural Anthropology
- Biological Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Linguistic Anthropology
- Interdisciplinary and Comparative Studies
- Innovative Theoretical or Methodological Research
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Requirements
- Academic Qualifications: PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in anthropology or a closely related field
- Career Stage: Post-PhD / Established researcher
- Nationality/Residency: Open to all nationalities
- Affiliation Requirements: University, research institute, or independent scholars eligible
- Experience Level: Demonstrated research experience and publication record
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior leadership in research projects
- Interdisciplinary or cross-subfield expertise
- Strong record of scholarly contributions
Not Eligible
- Applicants without a completed doctoral degree by the project start date
- Proposals requesting institutional overhead or administrative fees
- Undergraduate or Master’s level applicants
Grant Benefits
- Funding Support: Covers direct research costs including fieldwork, data collection, and analysis
- Travel Allowance: Supported if integral to the research (field or comparative studies)
- Lab/Research Material Costs: Covered when justified in the proposal
- Collaborative Research Funding: Allowed within the scope of individual projects
- Publication or Dissemination Support: Encouraged through peer-reviewed publications and presentations
- Host Institution Support: No overheads covered
- Professional Development Opportunities: Enhanced scholarly visibility and global collaboration through Wenner-Gren’s research network
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research in alignment with the approved proposal
- Adhere to ethical and disciplinary standards
- Submit progress and final reports as required
- Disseminate results through publications, conferences, or public scholarship
- Manage the awarded budget responsibly and transparently
Application Process
How to Apply
- Submission Mode: Online via Wenner-Gren Foundation Application Portal
Submission Steps:
- Register or log in to the portal
- Complete the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit before the deadline
Required Documents:
- Completed Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Proposal / Project Description
- Detailed Budget Plan
- Letter of Endorsement (if affiliated)
- Ethical Approval Statement (if applicable)
- Reference Letters
- List of Relevant Publications (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Call Opens: September 2025
- Deadline: November 1, 2025 (11:59 PM EST)
- Review Period: Approximately six months
- Results Notification: May 2026
- Project Start Date: Between July 1 and December 31, 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: Wenner-Gren Foundation | Supporting Anthropology and Anthropologists worldwide
- Official Grant Page: click here
- Apply Online: Wenner-Gren Application Portal
📧 Contact for Queries
- Email: applications@wennergren.org
- FAQs or Guidelines: https://www.wennergren.org/programs/post-phd-research-grant
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