Applications are now open for the Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026 in Austria. This is a fully funded fellowship for international scholars to pursue research at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) in Vienna, Austria.
Funded by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Innovation, Mobility, and Infrastructure, the fellowship aims to invite candidates from around the world, across all academic fields, to research digitalization. They are specifically looking for young researchers who want to study how digital technology is changing our society, our economy, and global power, alongside other significant human and social questions.
There is no application fee, and the fellowship will cover travel, insurance, accommodation, and a stipend for the fellows. More details are provided below.
Details About Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026 in Austria
- Host Country: Austria
- Location: Vienna
- Duration: One to Three Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 21st September 2025
They are Looking For Whom?
- Senior Visiting Fellow
- Junior Visiting Fellow
Duration of the Fellowship
- Senior Visiting Fellow (One Month)
- Junior Visiting Fellow (Three Months)
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- For Postdoctoral Candidates (PhD holders):Â EUR 3300/Month
- For Doctoral Candidates (currently pursuing a PhD):Â EUR 2750/Month
Note: Both stipends are intended to cover Accommodation, Living Expenses, Travel, Health Insurance, House Lunch, office Space, and any Incidental Costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Applicants from all countries are eligible. No region restrictions.
- Junior Visiting Fellowship:Â Applicants must either be currently working on their doctoral degree or have received their PhD no more than four years before the application deadline.
- Senior Visiting Fellowships:Â These are awarded by invitation only.
- Postdoctoral Candidates:Â This refers to individuals who have successfully defended their PhD by the fellowship application deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
- Letter of Motivation
- Project Description Summary
- Project Proposal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (submitted by referees)
Note: Please combine all required application documents into a single PDF file. The online submission form only allows one attachment. Ensure that the filename uses Latin characters.
Winners Announcement
Finalists will be selected by a jury of experts. You’ll be notified of the jury’s decision in November 2025.
How to Apply for the IWM Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026?
Applicants must apply online and follow the instructions regarding the documents. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE IWM DIGITAL HUMANISM FELLOWSHIP