International Visiting Research Fellowship Programme 2025-2026

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The School of Law and Social Justice at the University of Liverpool invites applications for its International Visiting Research Fellowship Programme. This initiative fosters global research collaborations, with a focus on partnerships with academics from the Global South. You can also checkout Institut Courtois Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025

About the Programme

The fellowship aims to:

Attract international academics to collaborate with the School’s staff and research clusters.
Build sustainable and inclusive research partnerships, especially with the Global South.
Support innovative, multidisciplinary research aligned with social justice issues.

Applications are open for 2025-2026 with a deadline of Sunday, 31 August 2025.

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About the School of Law and Social Justice

The School, part of the University of Liverpool, is a global leader in research with:

Over 100 academics working in a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment.
16 research clusters focusing on social justice and related fields.
A state-of-the-art facility designed for research and impact.
Strong connections with academics, policymakers, and civil society worldwide.
The engage@liverpool initiative, offering year-round training in innovative research methods.

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Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

Be of postdoctoral status or have equivalent experience.
Have the support of a permanent academic staff member from the School of Law and Social Justice, who will act as your host.
Propose a fellowship lasting at least two weeks.

Expectations of Fellows

Successful fellows are expected to:

Collaborate: Develop or extend research partnerships with the School’s staff or research clusters.
Present: Deliver a work-in-progress lecture or seminar.
Engage: Actively participate in the School’s research events and activities.
Produce Outputs: Contribute to joint publications or funding applications.
Acknowledge Support: Credit the School in any publications or outputs resulting from the fellowship.
Write a Blogpost: Submit a short reflective blogpost for the School’s blog.
Submit a Report: Provide an End of Fellowship report (up to 1,000 words) detailing activities and achievements.

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Benefits for Fellows

The programme offers:

Funding: Up to £2,500 for travel, accommodation, or subsistence. Enhanced funding (up to £5,000) is available for collaborators from institutions with limited resources (amount awarded at the School’s discretion).
Access to Facilities: Full use of the University’s library, sports facilities, and other services.
Workspace: Dedicated office space in the School’s building or the Sydney Jones Library (subject to availability), located just 10 minutes’ walk from Liverpool city centre.
Research Opportunities: Participation in the School’s research activities and clusters.
Support: Assistance with visa applications and information on living accommodations.

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How to Apply

To apply, submit the following:

Summary CV.
Application Form: Complete the 2025-26 Funded International Visiting Fellowship Application Form (Word doc).
Proposal (up to 1,000 words) covering:
- Your research expertise and reasons for the visit.
- A detailed plan of proposed activities.
- How your fellowship will enhance the School’s research culture (e.g., collaborative funding bids, training contributions, or long-term partnerships).
- Expected outcomes (e.g., publications, external funding, or partnerships).
- A breakdown of projected costs (travel, accommodation, subsistence) and any co-funding sources.
Supporting Statement: A letter from your collaborating partner in the School of Law and Social Justice.

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