DAAD Research Grants for Postdocs
8 May 2025
The program is aimed at highly qualified academics from all disciplines who have completed their doctorate with excellent results. The goal is to undertake a self-chosen research project abroad, thereby taking an important step toward qualifying for a career in academia, business, or the cultural sector.
What is funded?
Funding is provided for research stays in all disciplines at a host institution abroad chosen by the applicant. The funding period ranges from 3 to 6 months. During the funding period, stays in multiple countries or at several academic institutions within a single country are also possible.
Who can apply?
- Only candidates with above-average academic ability can be considered.
- A doctorate must have been completed with at least "magna cum laude" or "very good" (for doctorates in Germany).
- At the time of application, the doctorate must not have been completed more than four years ago.
- Applications from candidates in the final phase of their doctorate are also welcome.
Application deadlines
- Application deadline: June 13, 2025
- Selection date: End of October 2025
- Start of scholarship: From January 1, 2026
Further information and details on how to apply can be found at:
DAAD Research Grants for Postdocs
Contact
Aikanysh Bazarova
Wissenschaftliche Nachwuchsförderung
Room 2062