The Ramon Areces Fellowship in Modern Spanish Studies at the European Studies Centre

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is inviting applications for the Ramon Areces Fellowship in Modern Spanish Studies for the academic year 2026-2027. The Fellowship includes a research allowance of £30,000 and requires candidates to hold a doctorate and have a good working knowledge of English. Successful candidates must reside in Oxford during their tenure, contributing to the academic community at the European Studies Centre.

Benefits

Research allowance of £30,000

Office space at the European Studies Centre

Use of College library and facilities

Four High Table dinners per term

Administrative support

Funds for research activities

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a doctorate at the time of application.
• Good working knowledge of English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Modern Spanish Studies.
• Participate fully in the academic life of the European Studies Centre.
• Reside in Oxford during tenure.

Education

Doctorate

Job description

Applications are invited for the Ramon Areces Fellowship in Modern Spanish Studies for the academic year 2026-2027. The Fellowship is intended to support scholarship related to Spain in the European Studies Centre’s areas of interest, which include: Modern History, Politics, International Relations, Economics, Anthropology, Sociology and Social Policy. A particular interest in Europe is essential.

Applicants should hold a doctorate at the time of application, and a good working knowledge of English is essential.

The fellowship is awarded for three terms from 1 October 2026 until 30 June 2027.

The successful candidate will become a member of the academic community of the European Studies Centre and a Visiting Fellow of St Antony’s College. He/she will be expected to reside in Oxford during tenure to pursue his or her own research, and to participate fully in the academic life of the European Studies Centre at Oxford.

The Fellowship is accompanied by the following:

• Research allowance of £30,000
• Office space at the European Studies Centre
• Use of College library and social facilities and College email account
• Four High Table dinners in College, per term
• Administrative support
• Some funds for activities related to the research interests of the fellow

The application should include:

• A clear research proposal which should specify the research question, approach, methodology, and intended outcome of the proposed research (3-5 pages)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two names of referees with contact details
• One-page cover letter

Applications should reach by midday on 13 January 2026

European Studies Centre, St Antony’s College

University of Oxford OX2 6JF

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And sent to: [e-mail] via the 'Apply' button

£20,000 plus other College benefits.