MECAM Application Deadline March 2026: The Merian Centre for Advanced Studies in the Maghreb (MECAM) has officially opened applications for its Individual Fellowships 2026–2027, offering a major international opportunity for postdoctoral and advanced scholars in the humanities and social sciences.
The fellowship will run from September 2026 to April 2027, with selected fellows based in Tunis, Tunisia.
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Scholars from India and all other countries are eligible to apply, making this a significant global academic opportunity.
What Is the MECAM Fellowship Programme?
The MECAM fellowship is a fully residential international research programme built around the central theme “Imagining Futures: Dealing with Disparity.”
The programme focuses on how societies respond to inequality, transformation, and competing visions of the future across the Maghreb, Europe, and beyond.
Applicants must align their research with at least one of the following Interdisciplinary Research Fields (IRFs):
- Aesthetics and Cultural Practice
- Inequality and Mobility
- Memory and Justice
- Resources and Sustainability
- Identities and Beliefs
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
MECAM Application Deadline March 2026: The fellowship is open to:
- Postdoctoral researchers and advanced scholars
- Applicants from all nationalities, including Indian scholars
- Independent researchers without institutional affiliation
Doctoral candidates are not eligible. Applicants must demonstrate strong interdisciplinary interests and a willingness to engage in collaborative academic work.
Fellowship Structure and Responsibilities
MECAM will select eight fellows in total:
- Six postdoctoral researchers
- Two advanced scholars
Fellows must reside in Tunis for up to eight months and actively participate in:
- Weekly seminars and colloquia
- Research presentations
- Publication of one MECAM Paper
- Co-organising academic workshops
- Annual study days and event weeks
The programme does not require extensive new fieldwork, though limited regional research may be allowed.
Fellowship Benefits and Financial Support
The fellowship follows a “no gain, no loss” principle, ensuring financial stability. Benefits include:
- Monthly stipend
- Travel and relocation compensation
- Shared office space in Tunis
- Accommodation and logistical support
- Publication and networking support
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the Forum Transregionale Studien platform. Applications can be written in English or French.
Required documents include:
- CV (2–3 pages)
- Research proposal (up to 1,000 words)
- Writing sample
- Statement of relevance and engagement plan
Key Dates to Remember
- Application deadline: 2 March 2026 (12:30 CEST)
- Fellowship period: September 2026 – April 2027
The MECAM Fellowship 2026–27 offers Indian and international scholars a rare chance to engage in high-level global research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international academic networking.