15 January 2026

The NWIB Visiting Professors Programme offers researchers a unique opportunity to work undisturbed in an inspiring and stimulating environment abroad. The programme enables participating researchers to stay at a Netherlands Scientific Institute Abroad (NWIB) for a period of three months to conduct research, give lectures and to contribute to the intellectual climate at the Institute. Available institutes are located in Cairo, Rome, Athens, and Florence. The call is open to assistant professors, associate professors, and full professors at participating universities, which includes Leiden University. Scientists from all disciplines are welcome.

Application

The application deadline is 15 March 2026. For more information on the procedure, see the NWIB Visiting Professors Call application and the application form.

If you have any questions, please contact Kim Duistermaat at k.duistermaat@bb.leidenuniv.nl. If you wish to be notified about future calls, you may also contact k.duistermaat@bb.leidenuniv.nl.