Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in North American Studies at the University of Helsinki
Forecasted
This grant enables senior U.S. scholars to teach and conduct research in North American Studies at the University of Helsinki, fostering academic exchange through the Fulbright Finland Foundation.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 50,000–50,400 EUR (approx. $58,000–$59,000 USD) stipend for 9 months, plus $2,000 travel, housing, residence permit fees, and support services
Summary: Prestigious award for senior U.S. scholars to teach, conduct research, and advance American Studies at the University of Helsinki.
Key Information: Invitation letter should not be sought; position is for associate/full professors with significant scholarly record.
Description
The Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in North American Studies at the University of Helsinki is one of the most prestigious Fulbright Distinguished Scholar appointments, established to strengthen the teaching and interdisciplinary study of American history, culture, and language in Finland. The Chair is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, develop curricula, and engage in research and scholarly collaboration with Finnish colleagues. The position also aims to foster transatlantic dialogue and contribute to the broader Fulbright Finland Foundation’s mission of academic and cultural exchange.
