ASCSA Wiener Laboratory Post-Doctoral Fellowship 2027–2030 in Athens

The ASCSA Wiener Laboratory Post-Doctoral Fellowship is a funded opportunity for archaeology and archaeological science researchers to live and work in Athens, Greece. The Wiener Laboratory at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) is the leading research centre in the field and also provides funding for the programme. Fellows stay at the School’s Loring Hall and receive a stipend of $35,000 a year for two years, from 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2029. The School fee is waived in full. Applications open on 1 September and close on 15 January.

This is a working fellowship, not a desk-only job. Fellows spend their time running analytical work in the Wiener Laboratory, developing new research methods and helping the wider archaeological community. The application is open to scholars from anywhere in the world who hold a PhD and have less than seven years of experience since the degree. The number of fellows accepted each year is limited, so you must show that your project can be completed at the Wiener Laboratory and that you can work alongside its team.

What the Fellowship Pays — and What It Does Not Cover

The fellowship pays $35,000 a year and waives the School fee. It also includes accommodation at the School’s Loring Hall in Athens, which puts you close to the Wiener Laboratory and to the School’s libraries. The Wiener Laboratory provides work space and access to its analytical equipment.

The fellowship does not cover extra costs, so you need to plan for your own travel, health insurance and any extra living expenses, as well as research costs that fall outside the agreed plan. The stipend is the main source of income during the fellowship.

Who Fits — and Who Should Not Apply

Archaeological science is a specialist area, and the fellowship is designed for researchers who need the Wiener Laboratory’s facilities. The eligibility rules are strict, and a project that does not need the laboratory will not be a strong fit.

• You hold a PhD in archaeology or a related field and have less than seven years of experience since the degree.
• Your research is in archaeological science.
• Your project requires the Wiener Laboratory’s facilities and your use of them is realistic.
• You can move to Athens and live and work at the School for the full fellowship period.

Do not apply if your project does not use the laboratory or if you are only interested in a general research stay in Athens. That is not what this fellowship is for, and it is also not the best use of your time.

How to Apply in Four Steps

1. Step 1: Open the application form. Open the Wiener Laboratory Fellowships page on the ASCSA Submittable portal and create an account.
2. Step 2: Prepare your application. Use the official guidelines to prepare a research proposal, a CV, and two letters of reference.
3. Step 3: Submit the application. Submit your application by 15 January. Applications are read by a committee of experts, so focus on why your project needs the Wiener Laboratory and what it will add to archaeological science.
4. Step 4: Wait for the decision. The School will contact you about the outcome in time for you to prepare for the start of the fellowship on 1 July 2027.

What Happens After You Apply

After the deadline, the School runs its selection. The committee reviews each application and decides which researchers will receive a fellowship. If you are accepted, the School will contact you about the outcome in time for you to prepare for the start of the fellowship on 1 July 2027. If you are not selected, you can still apply again in a future round, but you will need to submit a new application.

Readers comparing options may also want to read about the MATERIALIZE Postdoctoral Fellowship in Poland, the Novo Nordisk Postdoctoral Fellowships at Uppsala University, and the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships.

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