The KWI International Fellowship offers exceptional researchers worldwide an opportunity to conduct research at the Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities (KWI), located in Essen, Germany. This funded program supports scholars in the fields of cultural studies, social sciences, and humanities, providing them with a conducive research environment.
- 🌍 Program Overview: KWI International Fellowship offers a funded opportunity in Germany for researchers in cultural studies, social sciences, and humanities.
- 💼 Facilities Provided: Fellows receive modern office space, library access, and administrative support.
- 💸 Financial Support: Monthly allowance of €3,000 covers accommodation, insurance, and living expenses. Partial travel reimbursement is also available.
- 📚 Academic Engagement: Fellows participate in reading groups, seminars, lectures, and conferences.
- 🤝 Collaborative Opportunities: Opportunity to organize workshops and collaborate with diverse researchers.
- 📘 Project Flexibility: Projects can include book completion, new research development, or forming research groups.
- 🇩🇪 Language Accessibility: Program conducted entirely in English; German language proficiency not required.
- 📅 Duration: Fellowship spans 6 months from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
- 🎓 Eligibility Criteria: Open to international applicants with PhD and up to 6 years of post-doctoral experience.
- 📝 Application Process: Submit digital applications by August 29, 2025, including required documents in one PDF to international.fellowship@uni-due.de
Designation
International Fellow
Research Area
Cultural Studies, Social Sciences, Humanities
Location
Essen, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must have completed their PhD and possess up to 6 years of post-doctoral experience.
- Project proposals should align with the research objectives of KWI.
- German nationals working at any foreign institute are also eligible to apply.
- Applicants must begin and complete their fellowship on the announced dates.
- Submission of a PhD certificate is mandatory.
- Applications must be complete and submitted by the deadline.
Job Description
- Duration of the fellowship is 6 months (1 April 2026 – 30 September 2026).
- Fellows will receive a monthly allowance of €3,000 to cover accommodation, insurance, and living expenses.
- Participation in reading groups, seminars, and academic activities at KWI is expected.
- Opportunities to organize workshops and collaborate with a diverse academic community.
- The program is conducted in English, eliminating the need for German language proficiency.
How to Apply
- Applications should be submitted digitally to international.fellowship@uni-due.de.
- All applications must be in English and utilize the subject line “KWI INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS.”
- Submit required documents as a single PDF file, including:
- Passport
- CV
- List of publications
- Digital copy of PhD certificate
- Project proposal
Last Date for Apply
29 August 2025
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to advance your research career and engage with an international academic community in Germany!
