Host a UArctic Chair
Help shape the future of Arctic research, education and cooperation. Deadline: 1 December 2026
UArctic invites its member institutions to nominate and host a UArctic Chair: a highly qualified academic who can serve as an international academic driver in their field of expertise.
Please direct any questions about the call to research@uarctic.org.
UArctic Chairs
• Build international research and education cooperation
• Strengthen competence and partnerships across the Arctic
• Support undergraduate, graduate, PhD, and postdoctoral development
• Act as strategic advisors and representatives for UArctic
• Are appointed for five years, with the possibility of renewal
Host institutions commit to: Supporting approximately 20% of the Chair’s time for UArctic activities and providing funding for at least two international trips annually. Applications may also be submitted for Indigenous Fellows and UArctic Emeritus Chairs.
Who can be nominated?
Candidates should normally demonstrate full professor or equivalent competency, strong international experience, and the potential to expand and complement the expertise of the existing UArctic Chairs.
Application Requirements
Applicants are invited to submit an Expression of Interest to become a UArctic Chair for the period 2027–2032.
Applications must include the following documents:
1. Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Short Biography
- An up-to-date CV outlining the applicant's academic qualifications, professional experience, research achievements, and relevant activities.
- A short professional biography highlighting the applicant's expertise and key accomplishments.
- A proposed title for the Chair that clearly reflects the applicant's area of expertise, following the format: "UArctic Chair in [Area of Expertise]."
2. Cover Letter (Maximum 2 pages)
A brief cover letter outlining the applicant's motivation and qualifications for becoming a UArctic Chair. The letter should demonstrate:
- Experience in international cooperation and academic leadership.
- Key professional and academic achievements.
- A track record of securing research funding, including major grants and projects.
- The applicant's potential to contribute to UArctic's mission and international network.
3. Action Plan for 2027–2032 (Maximum 1 page)
A concise, forward-looking action plan outlining the applicant's proposed contributions to UArctic during the five-year appointment.
The plan should identify concrete activities and expected outcomes, which may include:
- Strengthening or developing UArctic Thematic Networks.
- Initiating collaborative research and educational activities.
- Establishing new international partnerships and institutional collaborations.
- Promoting networking, knowledge exchange, and interdisciplinary cooperation.
- Contributing to other initiatives that advance UArctic's mission and strategic priorities.
4. Institutional Nomination and Letter of Support
An official nomination letter from the applicant's host institution confirming its commitment to supporting the proposed UArctic Chair.
The letter must outline the institution's planned support, including:
- Allocation of sufficient working time for the applicant to fulfil their responsibilities as a UArctic Chair.
- Financial support for two international travels a year and participation in relevant UArctic activities.
- Any additional institutional resources or support arrangements that will facilitate the implementation of the proposed action plan.
Applications are to to be sent to research@uarctic.org before December 1, 2026.