The permanent Fellows are selected by the Scientific advisory board after review of their scientific record and application. Their role is to play an active role in the definition and implementation of the scientific policy of the Institute. They take part to the animation of each yearly intake. They encourage applications and promote the Institute in their academic networks in France and abroad. They also represent the Institute in meetings with sponsors and partners. One of the permanent residents is nominated as Director of the Institute by the board of trustees, upon proposition by its Chairman. All permanent Fellows pursue their studies and participate as any other Fellow to the weekly seminars and all scientific or cultural events.
For the time being, the Institute counts one permanent Fellow: Alain Supiot.