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

    Building 15.3 /
    Room 2062
    +49 2461/61-3388
    E-Mail

    Last Modified: 08.05.2025