Residencies at
IAS–UM6P
The Institute for Advanced Studies at UM6P offers scientific residencies designed to provide researchers, thinkers, and creators with the time and space to pursue ambitious, interdisciplinary projects. Our residencies foster dialogue across disciplines and geographies, encouraging bold inquiry into today’s most urgent intellectual, scientific, and societal challenges.
IAS Programs →Residency Sessions at IAS–UM6P
Full-time, on-site presence on the UM6P campus is required for all residents.
Applications submitted outside the window are not reviewed.
Applications submitted outside the window are not reviewed.
IAS Research Priorities
Candidate’s research experience in general, involvement in international research networks, level of excellence, and specific scientific achievements (a PhD is required for scientists; artistic achievements in the case of an artist residency).
Internal coherence of the project, originality in the scientific field (or in the artistic field in the case of an artist residency), and potential impact of the proposed research project.
Correspondence of the project with one or more of the IAS research programs.
Programs →Selection Process
The IAS–UM6P Residency Program follows a transparent, multi-stage review process to ensure fairness, disciplinary rigor, and alignment with our interdisciplinary mission.
All applications are first reviewed by an internal selection committee to verify eligibility and completeness (CV, project proposal, publications, etc.). Only complete and eligible applications move forward to disciplinary evaluation.
Eligible applications are assessed by external experts in the applicant’s discipline. Criteria include originality, methodological soundness, feasibility, contribution to knowledge, and relevance to the IAS’s interdisciplinary mission.
Following evaluations, the final list is consolidated. Applicants are notified by email of the outcome. Selected candidates receive an official acceptance letter along with practical information about residency dates, housing, and administrative procedures.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants for the IAS Residency at UM6P must upload the following documents as part of their application.
A formal statement outlining the applicant’s motivation, objectives, and expected contributions to the IAS community.
A comprehensive CV detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, research achievements, publications, and relevant positions held.
One to four key publications that showcase the applicant’s research expertise and contributions to their field.
A concise half-page summary providing a clear overview of the proposed research project, highlighting key objectives and significance.
A detailed proposal (minimum three pages, maximum ten pages, excluding appendices) describing context, methodology, expected outcomes, and relevance to the IAS mission.
Everything You Need to
Do Your Best Work
IAS–UM6P provides an exceptional environment designed to support residents in advancing their research and creative work — fully funded, fully equipped.
Join a living network of world-class researchers, thinkers, and artists. Participate in weekly seminars, colloquia, and the kind of daily conversations that change the direction of your work.
Six uninterrupted months to focus fully on your project — no teaching duties, no administrative load. Just your work.
Individual suite in a shared villa with fellow residents on the UM6P campus, fostering daily intellectual exchange.
Round-trip ticket support for international residents — because great minds shouldn’t be held back by geography.
Full access to UM6P’s laboratories, libraries, and cutting-edge resources across one of Africa’s leading research ecosystems.
A quiet, dedicated workspace on campus designed to support deep focus and high-output research.
Work alongside researchers from mathematics, biology, social sciences, arts and more — cross-pollination that sparks breakthrough ideas.
We’re Here to Help
Questions about the residency, application process, or required documents? If you experience any issues applying or need additional information, don’t hesitate to reach out.