ETH Zurich: Branco Weiss Fellowships at University of Melbourne 2026
The ETH Zurich Branco Weiss Fellowship at the University of Melbourne offers up to AUD 750,000 for postdoctoral research, supporting scholars for up to five years. Applications close on 10 August 2026 and are open to all nationalities.
Eligible Degrees
Doctorate (PhD)
Eligible Nationalities
Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, United Arab Emirates, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, France
Destination
Australia
Eligible Courses
Research subjects offered by the university
ETH Zurich Branco Weiss Fellowship at University of Melbourne 2026
This prestigious postdoctoral fellowship provides partial funding of up to AUD 750,000 for a maximum of five years, enabling scholars to pursue innovative research anywhere in the world.
Key Details
- Degree: PhD (postdoctoral research)
- Provider: ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich)
- Deadline: 10 August 2026
- Scholarship value: Partial Funding, up to AUD 750,000
Eligibility
- PhD must be formally awarded by 15 January 2025, and no later than five years before that date.
- Applicants must not hold a faculty‑level position such as assistant professor or lecturer.
- Demonstrated exceptional scientific achievement and a strong research proposal are required.
- Proposals should address interdisciplinary or socially relevant topics beyond the applicant’s core field.
Selection Criteria
Branco Weiss seeks candidates who will introduce original research methods, often interdisciplinary, and who are open to discussing broader social, cultural, political, or economic issues.
Application Process
Interested candidates must complete an online application form. Apply here for detailed instructions and submission requirements.
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