The Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program is a globally competitive fellowship program for early and mid-career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the learning and development of children and youth worldwide. The relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, education sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, behavioral science, computer science, pedagogy, linguistics, neurosciences, and science of learning.
Particularly encouraged to apply are scholars who seek to combine multiple levels of analysis and engage in interdisciplinary work. A special focus lies on work to understand and embrace variability in learning; promote the generation, transfer, and practical application of evidence on human learning and development or increase the capacity to scale up effective education policies and practices.
About Jacobs Foundation
The Jacobs Foundation was established in 1989 by Klaus J. Jacobs and his family.
The Foundation seeks to benefit future generations by providing children and young people with better opportunities for development, so that they can become productive and socially responsible members of society.
The Jacobs Foundation aims to become the key organisation linking excellent research with improving, globally, the development of children and young people under the age of 12. The focus is on effective implementation, dialogue and advocacy in the three thematic priorities “Science of Learning... continue reading
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Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program
Aim and Benefits of Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program
- The funding amount is CHF 150,000.
- In addition to providing fellows with independent and competitive funding, the program offers a wide range of non-financial benefits
Requirements for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program Qualification
The ideal candidate
- Has obtained his/her PhD or equivalent degree within the past 10 years;
- Is employed at an institution of higher education or research institute;
- Is conducting high-quality research in an area of interest to the Jacobs Foundation;
- Is committed to engaging with the Jacobs Foundation and the Fellowship Network and contributing to the Foundation’s activities.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program
Selection Criteria
The following selection criteria are weighted equally:
- Past research accomplishments and publication record
- Creativity and potential for serving as a leader in the scientific community
- Scientific quality of methods and data
- International relevance of the fellow’s planned work
- Potential for promoting human development and learning
- Alignment of planned projects with the goals of the Jacobs Foundation
- Willingness to support the Foundation’s aims and to engage with us
Application Deadline
January 21, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Jacobs Foundation on jacobsfoundation.smapply.org to apply
Application Process
- Initial application: The first round of application focuses strongly on the alignment of your research plans with the Jacobs Foundation’s goals. In addition, they want to know if you personally would be a strong member of the network.
- Extended proposal: The second round focuses more strongly on details of your planned research for the fellowship period. They want to know more about your ideas for your work as well as how you would engage with the Foundation and the network.
- Interview: During the interview, they want to find out if there is a mutual fit between you and the Foundation and clarify open questions that they have based on your written application. It is more a conversation than a scientific interview.
- Review: All three steps are conducted by a team consisting of internal (Jacobs Foundation) and external reviewers in a multiplicity of disciplines. Applicants who make it to the second or third step will be given a feedback on their application.
For more details,visit Jacobs Foundation website
