The Luxembourg Centre for European Law has opened applications for its Early Career Scholars Visiting Programme 2026, aimed at researchers in EU law and related fields. This funded research opportunity provides financial support of up to €1,800 per month, alongside potential accommodation assistance, for advanced PhD candidates, postdocs, and early faculty for a stay of 1–2 months from September to December 2026. It is designed for researchers seeking institutional support to enhance their high-level legal research.
Application Deadline:
- 31 May 2026
Tell Me About The Programme:
The Luxembourg Centre for European Law (LCEL) Visiting Programme supports early career scholars in advancing their research in European Union law. It provides access to LCEL’s research environment, library, scholarly events, and proximity to EU institutions in Luxembourg.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Research areas particularly encouraged include:
- EU constitutional law, judicial protection, governance
- Geopolitics and EU external relations (CFSP, trade, internal market)
- Nature and sustainability
- Regulation of digital markets and artificial intelligence
- Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) and financial regulation
Type:
- Visiting Research Fellowship | Early Career Scholars | EU Law | Luxembourg
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be early career researchers (advanced PhD candidates, postdocs, assistant professors or equivalent).
- Work in the field of European Union law.
- Demonstrate a solid research track record (for postdocs/assistant professors).
- Be proficient in English (other languages accepted for writing).
- Not be based in Luxembourg.
How are Candidates Selected?
- Based on research relevance to LCEL’s mission.
- Quality of research proposal and track record.
- Letters of recommendation.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Global eligibility (except scholars based in Luxembourg).
Where will the Programme be Taken?
- Luxembourg Centre for European Law (LCEL), University of Luxembourg.
How Many Awards?
- Limited number of scholarships available (1–2 month stays).
What is the Benefit of the Programme?
- Monthly allowance up to €1,800 for daily expenses.
- Possible reimbursement of accommodation costs (up to €1,200 for one month).
- Access to LCEL library, scholarly events, and research community.
How Long Will the Programme Last?
- 1–2 months (September – December 2026).
Required Documents:
- Cover letter (max 1 page).
- Curriculum vitae (including publications).
- Research project summary (max 2 pages).
- Two recommendation letters (PhD candidates: one from supervisor).
- Letter from home institution confirming lack of funding (if applicable).
- Copy of one publication (for postdocs/assistant professors).
How to Apply:
- Prepare all required documents in English.
- Submit by email to [email protected] with subject line: Full Name_AIMSMMST.
- Deadline: 31 May 2026.
- Selection decisions announced by end of June 2026.
Visit the Application Webpage for Details
