Current open positions (2026).
ERC Amsterdam
Full-time Junior Researchers – Law, Political Science, and International Relations
- Topics may include global governance, international law, political institutions, and European integration
- The positions allow for significant autonomy in research design and publication strategy
Part-time Senior Researchers – Law, Political Science, and International Relations
- Intended for experienced scholars who wish to mentor, co-lead research lines, and develop new international grant proposals
ERC Rome
Full-time Junior Researchers – Theology, Religious Studies, and Canon Law
- Topics may include systematic and historical theology, religion and society, canon law and church governance, religious freedom, and law and religion.
- The positions allow for significant autonomy in research design and publication strategy
Full-time Junior Researchers – Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science
- Topics may include artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, data governance, computer science theory, and digital regulation.
- The positions allow for significant autonomy in research design and publication strategy
Part-time Senior Researchers – Theology, Religious Studies, and Canon Law / Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science
- Intended for experienced scholars who wish to mentor, co-lead research lines, and develop new international grant proposals
Why join European Research College
Academic freedom and European context
ERC combine intellectual independence with close ties to European universities, research networks, and public institutions.
Transatlantic collaboration
We actively welcome researchers from the United States and beyond who seek meaningful engagement with European academic and policy debates.
Support for funding and growth
ERC particularly welcomes candidates ready to explore additional research funding opportunities, including Horizon Europe, European Research Council, and other international grant schemes.
Successful applicants will receive institutional support in developing competitive project proposals.
Scholarly community
Each College maintains a collegial research culture with shared seminars, visiting fellowships, and collaboration across disciplines and locations.
“European Research College offers a setting where scholarly excellence meets policy relevance — bringing together researchers committed to advancing knowledge and shaping Europe’s future.”
Application information.
Applications should include:
- A short letter of motivation indicating your research field and interest
- 1–3 representative publications (published papers, working papers, or forthcoming articles)
- A professional CV including a list of publications (APA style with DOIs where possible)
- A proposed research plan outlining your intended programme of work (max. 2–3 pages)
Please send materials to vit.simral@eruni.org with the subject line: “ERC Application 2026 – [Field / City]”.
Deadline: 30 April 2026
