Programme Description
Highly-qualified international scientists and scholars from all disciplines who completed their doctorates less than 12 years ago and wish to spend extended periods of research in Germany are invited to apply. Candidates can come from any nation and are expected to have their own, clearly defined research profile: they should typically be working at least at the level of assistant professor or junior research group leader or be able to document independent research work over a number of years (Exception: Researchers from Brazil can currently not apply for a Humboldt Research Fellowship).
The fellowship amounts to 3,600 EUR, offering the candidates the opportunity to carry out their own long-term research projects (6 to 18 months) in cooperation with academic hosts of their choice at research institutions in Germany. The sponsorship entails further benefits and may be flexibly divided into a maximum of 3 visits within a range of 3 years. Short-term visits for study and training purposes or for attending conferences are not eligible for sponsorship.
The fellowship amounts to 3,600 EUR, offering the candidates the opportunity to carry out their own long-term research projects (6 to 18 months) in cooperation with academic hosts of their choice at research institutions in Germany. The sponsorship entails further benefits and may be flexibly divided into a maximum of 3 visits within a range of 3 years. Short-term visits for study and training purposes or for attending conferences are not eligible for sponsorship.
Target Group
highly-qualified scientists and scholars from any discipline or nation who have completed their doctorates less than 12 years ago
Academic Requirements
doctorate
Number of Scholarships
About 450 Fellowships are awarded each year to post-doctoral or experienced researchers.
Duration
6 to 18 months
Scholarship Value
The fellowship is worth 3,600 EUR per month.
Additional benefits:
Additional benefits:
- mobility allowance
- subsidy towards the cost of medical and liability insurance
- lump sum for travel expenses
- initial subsidy
- intensive language course in Germany
- allowance for accompanying family members and support for (single) parents and maternity periods
- support options for research fellows with disabilities or chronic illnesses
- research cost allowance
- extensive alumni sponsorship
Application Papers
Detailed information on the application and selection procedures can be found here.
Application Deadline
There are 3 calls for applications annually. Once a call has reached the maximum number of currently 800 applications, the application round will be closed. The call schedule can be found on the website.
