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MOPGA 2027: VISITING FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FOR EARLY CAREER RESEARCHERS

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Application Deadline: 15 December 2026:

LOCATION: France

In line with its continued commitment to the Paris Agreement, and as a key actor in the fight against climate change, France is launching a new edition of the MOPGA programme to strengthen scientific contributions to the issues addressed at the Conferences of the Parties (COPs).

This tenth call for applications, funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Space (MESRE), and implemented by Campus France, will enable young international researchers to carry out a research project in France, thereby fostering collaboration with leading French research institutions.

ELIGIBILITY:

Research Themes

Five broad research areas are eligible:

Earth system sciences;

Climate change and sustainability sciences;

Energy transition;

Societal challenges related to environmental issues;

Human, animal and environmental health, as defined under the One Health approach.

Applicants must:

Hold a doctoral degree awarded less than five years before the application deadline, i.e. have defended their PhD thesis between December 2021 and December 2026 inclusive;

Be exclusively of foreign nationality (all nationalities are eligible except French nationality);

Apply for the purpose of undertaking international mobility to France;

Not be residing and professionally active in France at the time of application;

Not have previously received a MOPGA fellowship.

Required Application Documents

CV including a list of publications (4 pages max.);

Doctoral degree certificate (or official proof of degree);

CV of the scientific supervisor at the host laboratory (2 pages max.);

Letter of support from the scientific supervisor, co-signed by the laboratory director or accompanied by a letter of commitment from the laboratory director, confirming that the scientific environment and resources required to carry out the research project will be made available and that the project is consistent with the laboratory’s objectives;

Letter(s) of recommendation (minimum 1 – maximum 3);

Copy of passport or national identity document.

To Apply:

Applicants must submit their research project online via the following link:

https://campusfrance.smapply.io/prog/mopga_2027

Please make sure to consult the FAQ below and download the application guide. 

Timeline

15 September 2026: Applications open

15 December 2026: Application deadline

May–June 2027: Notification of results

Between September and December 2027: Successful applicants arrive in France and begin their research stay at French host institutions

BENEFIT:

Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 months.

Each fellowship includes, exclusively:

A monthly allowance of €2,500;

A €500 settling-in allowance;

Health coverage: health insurance, civil liability insurance, and repatriation assistance, followed by supplementary health insurance once the fellow has been registered with the French social security system.

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ECHIDNA GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM

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Application Deadline: December 1, 2026. 

LOCATION: USA

The Echidna Global Scholars Program’s Visiting Fellowship is hosted by the Center for Universal Education (CUE) at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., USA. The Echidna Global Scholars Program aims to accelerate systemic change for gender equality in and through education by strengthening leadership and ecosystems to drive lasting impact at local, regional, and global levels. 

ELIGIBILITY:

The Fellowship is a full-time, exclusive commitment during the residency period (roughly 40 hours/week) and a substantial part-time commitment during the pre-residency period (roughly 15-20 hours/week). The Program expects Echidna Global Scholars to:

Conduct professional, in-depth research, write an evidence-based policy paper, and present their research and policy recommendations at Brookings-organized events.

Participate in individual and collective capacity strengthening and sharing activities, including the leadership development program, as well as individual and group workshops and reflections.

Develop a post-residency project proposal with the intent of expanding the impact of their research upon returning to their home country.

Interact professionally with other Brookings scholars and community members and be active participants in Brookings events (organizational meetings, informal discussions, seminars, presentations, private and public events).

Engage with key actors from the extended research, practice, and policy community within their home countries, in and around Washington, D.C., and globally by participating in additional meetings and conferences and networking with the broader education, gender, and global development community.

Qualifications and Education/Experience Requirements:

The program selects professionals with substantial experience in and ties to the Global South, a clear intent to return to the Global South after completing the period of residency at Brookings, and a passion and demonstrated commitment to advancing gender equality in and through education. 

Applicants should have a background in education, gender and/or women’s studies, international or global development, public policy, economics, or a related social science or humanities area, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in research/academia, non-governmental, community, or civil society organizations, or government. Candidates with experience in both academic or government settings and community organizations are especially encouraged to apply.

A Master’s degree is required.

BENEFIT:

Benefits: Please note that this position is a short-term fellowship at Brookings (it is not an employee position). Applicants selected for the Fellowship will receive a stipend totaling $26,500 USD to support living costs during the pre-residency and residency periods (subject to U.S. tax withholding and reporting). In addition, CUE will cover the costs associated with the visa process, costs associated with the kick-off and research design retreat, single-occupancy housing for the 4-month residency period, round-trip travel expenses, and a limited health insurance plan.

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