Why
Apply to the Max Weber Programme

• The Max
  Weber Programme (MWP) at the European University Institute (EUI) is the
  largest and most innovative postdoctoral programme in the historical and
  social sciences in Europe.

• The MWP
  is open to eligible applicants who are within 5 years from the
  completion of their PhD, from anywhere in the world, regardless of nationality
  and including non-EU citizens. 

• The
  MWP is a global programme at a global institution located in
  Italy. Like the Fellows, Professors and Researchers at the European
  University Institute come from across Europe – from Portugal to Russia,
  and beyond it –  from Asia and the Antipodes to North and Latin
  America, contributing their different academic traditions to the
  distinctive mix of the Institute. The language of the programme is English.

• The
  Programme is among the most selective – attracting
  circa 1200 applicants each year – in
  the fields of political and social sciences, economics, law and history
  for some 55-60 Fellowships.

• The
  Programme awards 1, 2, and exceptionally 3 year long fellowships according to
  departments.

• The
  Fellowship provides a grant of 2000 euro per month
  plus – when appropriate – a family allowance.

• The Max
  Weber Fellows enjoy the superb research facilities of the European
  University Institute (including an outstanding library, a shared office
  space, and a personal research fund of 1000 euros).

• The MWP
  is unique among postdoctoral programmes in helping Fellows to become full
  members of a global academic community.

• Fellows
  are given training and support in all aspects of an academic career – from publishing
  and presenting, teaching, applying for research grants and jobs. A
  particular focus is placed on communicating effectively in English to
  different kinds of academic audiences.

• Its
  placement record is second to none: most Max Weber Fellows secure an
  academic position in the finest institutions around the world upon
  completion of the Programme.

Read
more about why to apply

Introduction
to the Max Weber Programme by
Richard Bellamy (Director)

Who can apply and for
how long 

How to
apply