Georg Forster Research Fellowship in Germany for Researchers in Developing Countries: Applications are welcomed from eligible postdoctoral and experienced researchers for the Georg Forster Research Fellowship in Germany 2025.
Through the Georg Forster Research Fellowship, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation sponsors researchers with above-average qualifications and from all fields. The fellowship enables the fellow to conduct their own research at various stages of their career in collaboration with a host at a German research institution of their choice.
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Georg Forster Research Fellowship in Germany for Researchers in Developing Countries.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the Research Fellowship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Postdoctoral applicants must have completed their PhD in relevant courses within the last four years.
- Experienced applicants must have completed their PhD or equivalent qualification within the last twelve years having extensive lists of publications in academic journals and publishing houses reviewed according to international standards.
- Research must address questions relevant to the further development of your region of origin, regardless of your field.
- Must possess a good knowledge of German or English.
- Must abide by the rules of good scientific practice and the principles of scientific ethics.
Fellowship Benefits
- Monthly fellowship amount of €2,670 for Postdocs
- Monthly fellowship amount of €3,170 for experienced researchers.
- Personal support throughout the duration of the fellowship.
- Enrollment in German language course
- Further financial support for children and marital partners, subsidies for private full health insurance and allowances for travel expenses.
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How to Apply for
Interested applicants for the Georg Forster Research Fellowship 2025 are to submit the necessary documents to the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation online.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum vitae (two pages max)
- Research outline (five pages max)
- Complete list of your publications
- List of key publications
- Doctoral certificate or proof that your doctorate has been completed successfully, or confirmation that this will be the case within the next six months.
- German language certificate, if required.
- Host’s statement and confirmation that research facilities are available, as well as two expert reviews.
Application Deadline: Rolling
