Revealing opportunities: Jacobs Foundation research grant programme 2024

A Global Initiative for Research on Child and Youth Development

Embark on a transformative journey with the Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Programme, a highly competitive opportunity open to early and mid-career researchers dedicated to promoting the learning and development of children and young people around the world. This global fellowship programme spans several disciplines, including educational sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, behavioural sciences, computer science, pedagogy, linguistics, neuroscience and learning science.

Programme focus and main issues

The Jacobs Foundation is calling for applications from academics who embrace interdisciplinary work and seek to combine multiple levels of analysis. The programme has a particular focus on understanding variability in learning, promoting evidence on human learning and development, and scaling up effective educational policies and practices. Key issues include:

How do variations in individuals and contextual factors influence learning and development outcomes?
How can we design student variability at scale to allow all children to reach their potential?
What interventions can reduce inequalities in children's learning and address disparities in the impacts of digital technologies?
How can data play a role in helping students and teachers make informed decisions about their learning and teaching?

For more information on the Jacobs Foundation's 2030 Strategy and research agenda, visit the Jacobs Foundation website .

Bag details

The scholarships are awarded to outstanding early and mid-career researchers who have obtained their doctorate within the last 10 years. The funding, totalling CHF 150,000, is disbursed directly to the scholar's institution and can be used over a period of three years. The funding covers a portion of the fellow's salary and can be allocated to various research-related purposes, including assistants' salaries, equipment, technical assistance, professional travel or support for trainees.

Eligibility and benefits

General information:

Target group: Highly talented researchers at the start of their careers.
Financing amount: CHF 150,000
Financing period: 3 years
Number of grants per year: up to 12
Use of funds to cover the scholar's salary: up to 50% of the grant amount
Financing indirect/indirect costs: Up to 10% of the total financing amount (CHF 15,000), in addition to the basic subsidy
Additional financing: Fellows can apply for additional funding at the end of their fellowship for projects focussing on evidence for action and scientific capacity building.

Non-financial benefits:

In addition to financial support, the Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Programme offers a multitude of non-financial benefits, including networking opportunities, events and professional development.

Offers and expectations

What the Jacobs Foundation offers:

Networking and alumni events.
Opportunity to exchange with other research fellows and alumni.
Media channels for publicising research to a scientific and wider public.
Opportunities for personal and scientific development within the Jacobs Foundation network.
A meaningful partnership with ample room for innovative ideas and activities.

What the Jacobs Foundation expects:

Participation in events organised by the Jacobs Foundation.
Contribution to communication activities, e.g. BOLD articles.
Active involvement with the Foundation's objectives and activities.
Recognition as part of the esteemed Jacobs Foundation network.

Eligibility and selection criteria

The ideal candidate:

Obtained a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the last 10 years.
You are employed at a higher education institution or research institute.
It conducts high-quality research in line with the objectives of the Jacobs Foundation.
He is committed to collaborating with the Foundation and contributing to its activities.

Selection criteria:

Previous research and publication records.
Creativity and potential for scientific leadership.
Scientific quality of methods and data.
International relevance of the planned work.
Potential to promote human development and learning.
Alignment of planned projects with the objectives of the Jacobs Foundation.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this exceptional opportunity. Apply now and contribute to the advancement of child and youth development research on a global scale!