In partnership with the Swiss National Science Foundation, CIFAR is holding a Winter School for senior PhD students and postdoctoral fellows in the social sciences and humanities (SSH).
Using empirical research as a foundation, the school will explore critical questions in the social sciences and humanities and their real-world implications for policy and the arts.
The School will be held in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from January 26 to 28, 2027 (arrivals January 25).
Eligibility: Interested applicants must be senior PhD students or postdoctoral fellows based in Canada, Switzerland or affiliated with a CIFAR program member.
What to expect:
- Engage in interactive lectures from leading scholars, artists, and other practitioners
- Network with peers across academic and geographic borders
- Access mentorship and professional development opportunities, such as navigating an academic career in SSH and practicing interdisciplinary research
Apply now through the CIFAR-SNSF Winter School website.
Deadline: October 7, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET
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