Summary:
The Paul Celan Fellowship for Translators offered by the Institut für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen (IWM) in Vienna is an exciting opportunity for translators to support the translation of literary and scholarly works between Eastern and Western Europe. Successful applicants will receive a generous monthly stipend of EUR 3,000 and a three-month residency at the prestigious IWM in Vienna. The program seeks translators with a deep understanding of languages and aims to promote cross-cultural understanding and accessibility to critical research in various fields. By bridging cultures, the fellowship empowers translators to make a significant contribution to the global literary landscape and foster a more connected and enriched world.
Requirements and Qualifications:
– Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of an Eastern or Western European country.
– Language Skills: Excellent command of both the source language and the target language of the proposed translation project.
– Professional Experience: Proven track record of high-quality translations.
– Project Proposal: Compelling proposal outlining the significance and feasibility of the translation project.
– Academic Qualifications: University degree or equivalent.
– Institutional Affiliation: Affiliation with a recognized academic or research institution.
– Residency Requirement: Fellows must reside in Vienna during the fellowship tenure.
– Language Requirements: All application materials must be submitted in English.
Location:
Vienna, Austria