Postdoctoral Fellowship at Zukunftskolleg: The Zukunftskolleg at the University of Konstanz invites applications for three 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowships. These fellowships are designed for early career researchers aiming to develop and implement independent research projects. The fellowship provides a professional infrastructure, research allowance, and opportunities for academic growth. Applications are open until 2 September 2024, 11:00 am (Konstanz time).
Summary Table:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Study Area | Open to all disciplines represented at the University of Konstanz |
| Scholarship Description | 2-year postdoctoral fellowship with professional infrastructure and research allowance |
| Eligibility | Doctoral degree between October 31, 2022, and December 31, 2024; no permanent professorship |
| Required Documents | Letter of motivation, research proposal, CV, writing sample, two letters of reference |
| How to Apply | Online application via the Zukunftskolleg application portal |
| Last Date | 2 September 2024, 11:00 am (Konstanz time) |
Study Area: The fellowship is open to all disciplines represented at the University of Konstanz. Fellows may also affiliate with the Clusters of Excellence: “Politics of Inequality” or “Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour”.
Scholarship Description: The Zukunftskolleg Postdoctoral Fellowship offers early career researchers a platform to develop independent research projects. Fellows receive an annual research allowance for assistants or equipment, financial support for start-up and travel costs, and assistance in developing academic skills. Fellows are integrated into a university department and the Zukunftskolleg, with opportunities for collaboration and interdisciplinary research.
Eligibility:
- Possession of a doctoral degree granted between October 31, 2022, and December 31, 2024. Earlier dates may be considered for maternity/paternity leave or non-academic work.
- Must not hold a permanent professorship or equivalent.
- Research project must align with a discipline at the University of Konstanz.
- Encouraged to reflect on the relevance of their research to the 17 SDGs of the UN.
- Strong international experience in teaching or research and interest in interdisciplinary topics.
- Must contact potential Local Academic Partners at the University of Konstanz to ensure appropriate affiliation.
Required Documents:
- Letter of motivation (1 page max)
- Research proposal (5 pages max, including references)
- Curriculum vitae
- Writing sample (30 single pages max)
- Two letters of reference
How to Apply: Submit the application online via the Zukunftskolleg application portal. Ensure all supporting materials adhere to the specified page limits, as exceeding them will result in ineligibility.
Last Date: Applications must be received by 2 September 2024, 11:00 am (Konstanz time). For inquiries, contact zukunftskolleg-application@uni-konstanz.de.
