Summary:
The German Research Foundation (DFG) Heisenberg Fellowship in 2024 provides partial funding for postdoctoral researchers in all fields offered by the university. This prestigious fellowship, offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), offers a monthly stipend, research allowances, and other benefits. The application deadline is always open, and interested candidates can apply for this fellowship through the provided link.
Fellowship Type:
Post Doc
Award:
Partial Funding, research allowances + stipend and other benefits
Deadline:
Always Open
The DFG Heisenberg Programme: Launch Your Research Leadership Career in Germany
Are you a brilliant researcher on the cusp of professorship?
The German Research Foundation (DFG) offers the prestigious Heisenberg Programme, a launchpad for exceptional researchers aiming for scientific leadership positions. This program empowers you to refine your research skills while preparing for a top academic role.
Who Can Apply?
- Researchers in any field qualified for professorship through habilitation (or equivalent) with a proven record of outstanding research.
- Individuals who have excelled in the Emmy Noether Programme, led a junior research group, held DFG project staff positions, or gained experience in private-sector research or mid-level faculty roles.
- Highly-rated junior professors, researchers with habilitation (or equivalent), German researchers returning from abroad, and qualified foreign researchers seeking German careers are also encouraged to apply.
What Funding Options Are Available?
- Heisenberg Position: Receive funding for your own position and flexible research expenses, similar to an independent research group leader or Heisenberg grantee.
- Heisenberg Temporary Substitute Position for Clinicians: Get funding to cover your regular duties while conducting research. This option leverages “Medical Research Assistant” staff funding.
- Heisenberg Professorship: Secure funding for a temporary professorship (W2 or W3) at a German university along with research flexibility under the “Professorship” staff funding category.
- Heisenberg Fellowship: Receive a monthly stipend of €4,450 for research at a German or international academic institution. This fellowship also includes a €250 allowance for direct project costs (books, consumables, conference travel), childcare support, subsidized health insurance, and travel/foreign country allowances.
Key Points:
- Applications are accepted year-round.
- Funding lasts up to 5 years, initially granted for 3 years with a possible 2-year extension based on a positive evaluation at year 3.
- Submit applications following the DFG’s project proposal guidelines (available online – link not provided).
Unleash your research leadership potential and propel your career forward with the DFG Heisenberg Programme!