Conditions of Award

Eligibility

The fellowships are open to established academics with an international reputation. Former professors or fellows of the EUI are eligible after three years have elapsed since their last contract with the EUI.

 

Nationality

Candidates of all nationalities are eligible.

Languages

Fellows should have a good knowledge of English and of any other language relevant to their proposed research.

 

Duration

The fellowship lasts 3-10 months. Candidates must indicate their intended length of stay in the application but the hosting department may propose a different and/or shorter period to successful candidates subject to available funding. Fellowships are not normally awarded for the months of July and August.

 

Residence

Fellows must live in Florence for the duration of the fellowship so that they can take an active part in the academic activities of their Department.

 

Stipend

The monthly stipend is € 3,000. The amount of the grant for successful applicants whose normal place of residence is within 90 km of Florence will be fixed at a lower rate.

 

Taxation

Fellowships are not taxed by the EUI, but fellows are required to comply with any other tax provisions which may apply to them.

 

Medical insurance

Fellows must have adequate medical insurance cover during their stay at the Institute. Fellows can either provide proof of their own insurance scheme or subscribe to the EUI's Van Breda Insurance Scheme  at their own expense.

 

Travel expenses

There is no provision for travel expenses.

 

Removal/installation expenses

There is no provision for removal or installation expenses.