Scholars and students (graduate and PhD candidates) working in the field of Dante studies are welcome to join the Observatory as affiliated researchers to conduct their research.

Please, take a look at completed or ongoing research projects on this page.

Description
During their stay, the selected researchers will have the opportunity to experience academic life at Utrecht University, participate in academic exchanges that will strengthen their network, and have full access to the university library’s rich collections and other facilities.

For their part, they are expected to fully engage in the Observatory’s activities, specifically:
– publish the research findings in a journal or as chapter of a volume (giving credit that the research was done at ODS);
– attend lectures and the Dante course;
– participate in the annual ODS conference.

Requirements
The project must represent advanced research. Selection criteria will include:
– relevance of the topic to the objectives of the ODS;
– originality of the insights and hermeneutics;
– methodological expertise;
– relevance to the digital and/or transmedia humanities.

Terms
Affiliation is granted subject to approval by the ODS coordinator and the Institute for Cultural Inquiry (ICON) for a period to be agreed upon depending on the type of research, up to a maximum of one year.
During the study period, affiliates will continue to receive financial support from their home institution.

Application
To apply, candidates must complete this form, and attach an updated CV.
Applications can be submitted at any time.