Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: Research Fellowships

Colleagues, Marina Bykova in Philosophy and Religious Studies shared this with me for circulation among our colleagues. There are two programs here, a "post-doctoral" program for which scholars within 4 years of their PhD are eligible (http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/humboldt-fellowship-postdoc.html), and one for "experienced researchers" (http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/humboldt-fellowship-experienced.html)

Given the budget constraints the College, and, indeed, the entire UNC system will be experiencing this year, and perhaps the next, it's all the more important for scholars interested in research leaves to find and successfully win outside support for their endeavors. Our office will continue to share information about these opportunities. We are, of course, ready to help you complete your application.

If any of you have experience with this foundation, please let me know. Many thanks for your interest and support.

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Conduct Your Research in Germany: Apply Now for the Humboldt Research Fellowship!

Please share this program information with your colleagues and networks to help reach prospective applicants. The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables highly-qualified scientists and scholars of all nationalities and fields to conduct extended periods of research in Germany in cooperation with academic hosts at German institutions. Fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, the quality of the applicant's publications, proposed research plan and future potential. Applications may be submitted at any time. Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers Fellowship Duration:  6-24 month research stay at a research institution in Germany Monthly Stipend: 2,650 EUR Eligibility:  Completion of PhD (or equivalent) within the past 4 years Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers Fellowship Duration: 6-18 month research stay at a research institution in Germany (the fellowship is flexible and may be divided up into as many as 3 stays within 3 years) Monthly Stipend: 3,150 EUR Eligibility: Completion of PhD (or equivalent) within the past 12 years Additional allowances are available for accompanying family mem­bers, travel expenses, & German language instruction.   Application Components: Curriculum vitae (2 pages in length) Research Plan (5-10 pages in length) Complete list of publications Expert reviews (from three academics) Host's statement and confirmation of research facilities German or English language abilities Application deadline: rolling  Questions? Contact the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation or the American Friends office.

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Jean-Paul-Str. 12  53173 Bonn, GERMANY  T: (+49) 0228-833-0  F: (+49) 0228-833-199  E: info@avh.de  www.humboldt-foundation.de