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    Visiting PhD Fellowship 2026 at United Nations University-WIDER — Fully Funded Research Opportunity for PhD Students @United Nations University-WIDER

    13 days ago·United Nations University-WIDER is hiring a Visiting PhD Fellowship 2026 at United Nations University-WIDER — Fully Funded Research Opportunity for PhD Students·📍 Location: Global

    Overview

    The UNU-WIDER Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme 2026 provides doctoral students with an opportunity to conduct research at a leading development economics institute, access resources, and collaborate with experts. This fully funded fellowship aims to enhance dissertation quality and career development.

    Eligibility

    • Currently enrolled in a PhD program.
    • Ability to conduct research on developing economies.
    • Strong quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills.
    • Fluent in written and spoken English.
    • Researchers from other social science disciplines are welcome if their work aligns with development themes.
    • Particular encouragement for early-career researchers, female researchers, researchers from developing countries, and PhD candidates at later stages.

    Benefits

    • A travel grant for travel to and from the applicant’s institution or country of residence.
    • Medical insurance during the fellowship period.
    • A monthly stipend of EUR 2,070 for living expenses in Helsinki.
    • Access to UNU-WIDER’s research resources and facilities.
    • Collaboration opportunities with researchers.
    • Potential for publication in the WIDER Working Paper Series.

    How to Apply

    Complete the online application form during the application window. A reference letter from the PhD supervisor must be sent directly to phdreference@wider.unu.edu.

    Deadline

    There are two application cycles:

    • March Cycle: Deadline 31 March. Fellowship period: September to November.
    • September Cycle: Deadline 30 September. Fellowship period: March to June (following year).

    The online application link becomes active one month before each deadline.