Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program 2025
Empowering groundbreaking research to enhance children and youth development globally.
About the Fellowship
The Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program is a prestigious international initiative supporting early and mid-career researchers advancing children’s learning and development. It promotes interdisciplinary research across fields such as education sciences, psychology, sociology, behavioral science, and neuroscience to address global challenges in education.
Key Research Focus Areas
The fellowship emphasizes research that:
- Investigates individual and contextual factors influencing learning outcomes.
- Develops scalable solutions for learner variability.
- Reduces educational inequalities and addresses disparities in digital technology impacts.
- Leverages data for evidence-based teaching and learning strategies.
Funding and Benefits
- Grant Amount: CHF 150,000 over three years (+10% for overhead costs).
- Grant Usage:
- Up to 50% can be allocated to the researcher’s salary.
- Supports equipment, technical assistance, travel, and related research needs.
- Additional Opportunities: Apply for extra funding for evidence-based projects and capacity-building initiatives.
- Non-Financial Benefits:
- Access to Jacobs Foundation’s extensive network of researchers and alumni.
- Opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and media visibility.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a PhD completed within the last 10 years.
- Be employed at a recognized university or research institution.
- Conduct high-quality research aligned with Jacobs Foundation goals.
- Engage actively with the Jacobs Foundation network.
Selection Process
- Initial Application: Demonstrate alignment with the Foundation’s goals.
- Extended Proposal: Provide detailed research plans and network engagement strategy.
- Interview: Clarify open questions and assess mutual fit.
Evaluation: Applications are reviewed by internal and external experts, with feedback provided to those advancing to subsequent stages.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: November 25, 2024
- Submission Deadline: February 4, 2025 (23:59 CET)
- Fellowship Start Date: January 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Eligibility During PhD: Yes, if the PhD is completed by October 2025.
- Geographic Restrictions: None. Researchers from all countries are eligible.
- Reapplications: Permitted if not selected in a prior cycle.
For more FAQs, visit the Jacobs Foundation website.
How to Apply
- Submit the online application form.
- Include detailed research plans for the next 3–5 years.
- Align your proposal with the Jacobs Foundation’s Strategy 2030 and highlight your motivation to collaborate within their network.
Seize the opportunity to shape the future of education and development through innovative research!
For more information and application, visit;https://jacobsfoundation.smapply.org/prog/jacobs_foundation_research_fellowship_program_
