Funding

It is possible to apply for grant up to DKK 2,020,000 for projects lasting two years.  

It is strongly recommended that you liaise with your host institution regarding the budget and salary. 

Eligibility

Researchers holding a PhD degree or equivalent (magister degree supplemented with further research or other equivalent, substantial research activity) are eligible to apply for a postdoc fellowship.  

For applicants whose PhD thesis has not been approved by the application deadline, applications will only be considered if the supervisor’s statement is submitted to the Novo Nordisk Foundation by 14 March 2025. The postdoctoral fellowship can only be activated once the PhD degree has been awarded.

Applicants who do not hold a PhD degree must attach documentation that their research activity is substantial and corresponds to the level of a PhD degree.

Applicants for the practice-based fellowship may be considered with a completed education at the master’s level supplemented by professional artistic or curatorial practice and substantial artistic or curatorial production.

All applicants must be affiliated with a university, museum, or other knowledge institution (administering host institution) in Denmark during the postdoctoral period. Applicants do not need to be employed by the host institution at the time of application, but a hosting commitment must be submitted with the application.

Please note that some universities and institutions may have internal application deadlines that precede the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s application deadline, and applicants are therefore encouraged to contact a relevant host institution early in the application process.

An applicant may only submit one application for a specific project/purpose per calendar year.

Assessment criteria 

NNF’s Committee on Research in Art & Art History will primarily assess the applications based on the criteria mentioned in the application guidelines. 

Application Process

Submit your application via the Foundation’s electronic application system (the green ‘Apply’ button at the top of the screen) from the indicated ‘Application opens’ date. The application may be submitted in Danish or English.

Please read the application guidelines thoroughly before applying. The guidelines contain detailed instructions about the grant and the application process.