Tilburg University has officially announced the Witteveen Memorial Fellowship in Law and Humanities, inviting applications from promising scholars to take part in this fellowship program. Established in memory of Professor Willem Witteveen (1952–2014), the fellowship continues his legacy of fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between law, literature, rhetoric, politics, and culture.
Witteveen Fellowship Package
The fellowship offers a one-month residency at Tilburg Law School during February–May 2026. Fellows will receive:
- Shared office space and online library access at Tilburg University.
- A designated academic contact for support and integration into the research community.
- Coverage for travel and accommodation expenses within the university’s fiscal possibilities.
Please note that the fellowship does not include a stipend or allowance for other living costs.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be in the final stages of their PhD research or have obtained a PhD within the last five years in the field of law and humanities.
- Be committed to active participation in the academic life of Tilburg Law School. This includes:
- Presenting research in a seminar.
- Teaching a guest class.
- Contributing to broader intellectual life—past fellows have introduced film screenings, plays, exhibitions, poetry readings, and lecture-performances.
Tilburg University emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, and open academic culture, encouraging applications from scholars with diverse backgrounds.
Timeline for Application Submission to Processing and Selection
Applications are now open and must be submitted online (https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/368610) by 23 September 2025 at 21:59 (UTC). Required documents include:
- CV with publications list.
- Writing sample (article or chapter).
- Short research statement (1 page) linking the project to law and humanities.
- One letter of recommendation.
The fellowship residency will take place at Tilburg Law School between February and May 2026.