Call for New Members: Apply for the Global Young Academy 2027 Cohort
Applications are sought from young, independent scholars who combine the highest level of research excellence with a demonstrated passion for delivering impact.
Research: The call is open to all scholars working in any research-based discipline, including the natural, physical and social sciences, as well as the arts and humanities. Applicants working in government, industry, and non-governmental sectors are also welcome.
Excellence: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of excellence in their discipline, ascertained by a proven track record and expected future achievements. Moreover, applicants must demonstrate a clear commitment to making a difference in society. A PhD or an equivalent degree is a requirement for applicants.
Impact: The Global Young Academy is committed to a broad range of programmes around the world to support young scholars, promote science to a broad audience, engage in policy debate, and foster international and interdisciplinary collaboration. Applicants should provide evidence of interest or experience in one or more of these areas.
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Age/career point: Applicants should be in the early to middle years of their independent careers. Applicants born in or after 1986 and holding a PhD are eligible without any restrictions.
Applicants born before 1986 must have obtained their PhD in 2019 or later. Applicants born before 1986 with a PhD obtained before 2019 must submit a detailed justification of why they should be considered.
Expectations: Each GYA member is encouraged to attend the GYA Annual General Meeting each year. As member-led organisation, GYA relies in members contributions, thus expected to actively contribute a minimum of 6 hour per month to one or more of the organisation’s programmes (projects and committees), which may include participation in science-for-policy or policy-for-science activities, supporting science outreach and education at national or international levels, engaging in science diplomacy, or collaborating with the world’s young academies and further GYA partners.
In the event that applicants are selected as new GYA members, they should be available to attend the next Annual General Meeting, which is scheduled for 21 – 25 June 2027 in Indonesia.
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Application Process
- Applications should be completed personally by the candidate and must be accompanied by a letter of support.
- Completing the application takes a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Applicants are encouraged to provide specific, personalized descriptions of their career journeys and avoid overly polished statements.
Deadline: 15 September 2026