Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application) | September 2027 (Recommendations) | September 2027 (Invitation letters; not applicable to this award)
Funding Amounts: €6,000 monthly for three or four months (€18,000–€24,000), plus €1,100 international travel allowance
Summary: Supports teaching and collaborative social sciences research at the University of Naples Parthenope in Italy.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and a PhD or other terminal degree are required; an invitation letter should not be sought.
Description
This Fulbright Distinguished Scholar award supports one scholar combining teaching and research at the University of Naples Parthenope’s Department of Economic and Legal Studies in Italy. Disciplines include business, economics, statistics, and law, with additional interests in finance and management. Priority subject areas include economic theory and policy, behavioral economics, environmental science and sustainability, empirical methods and data science, and law and economics.
The scholar conducts research in their specialization with host faculty and contributes to departmental research development. Teaching comprises 48 hours, divided equally between undergraduate/master’s students and PhD students. Other responsibilities include mentoring and contributions to faculty, curriculum, or program development. Engagement with doctoral students, including those in Economics, Statistics, and Sustainability, supports interdisciplinary exchange and Fulbright’s goal of strengthening international understanding and cooperation.
