Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe - Postdoctoral researchers (to Germany)
The programme “ Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe” aims to expand the political initiative “Weimar Triangle”, launched in 1991 by the foreign ministers of Germany, France, and Poland, to include a sustainable science platform (to promote trilateral cooperation bet…
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Jun 25, 2026
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- Exceptionally qualified researchers in all disciplines who wish to apply for a research stay up to 24 months in Germany and would like to get involved in one of the -oriented topics listed below and are open to taking on the role of technical coordinator for one of the five working groups within the scholarship programme: Technologies for climate-neutral energy production and mobility, as well as climate protection) (e.g., fusion technologies, decarbonization of the economy and expansio… You must have completed your doctoral degree with excellent results before the start of the fellowship (at least magna cum laude/very good for a doctoral degree earned in Germany). For doctoral degrees without a grade, the Selection Committee will make the final decision. At the time of application, no more than four years have elapsed since the completion of the doctoral degree. For medical doctors, the period is calculated from the date of obtaining the medical license. It is also poss… The letter of invitation from the host institution must confirm that the applicant possesses the language skills necessary to carry out the research project. A language certificate for English is not required. If English is not the working language at the destination, proof of the necessary language skills must be provided.
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Graduate student
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Agriculture and Related Sciences, Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Education, English Language and Literature, Foreign Languages Literature and Linguistics, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, Multi Interdisciplinary Studies, Social Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts
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- Exceptionally qualified researchers in all disciplines who wish to apply for a research stay up to 24 months in Germany and would like to get involved in one of the -oriented topics listed below and are open to taking on the role of technical coordinator for one of the f….
- You must have completed your doctoral degree with excellent results before the start of the fellowship (at least magna cum laude/very good for a doctoral degree earned in Germany).….
- The letter of invitation from the host institution must confirm that the applicant possesses the language skills necessary to carry out the research project. A language certificate for English is not required.….
- After registering on the portal, please complete the online application in full. Then upload the application documents listed below to the portal in the section ‘Attachments’. Documents to be uploaded to the portal: Full curriculum vitae in tabular form (max.….
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Amount: The scholarship includes the following financial benefits: a monthly scholarship instalment of 2,000 Euros payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover Travel allowance (lump sum) for the outward and return journey Upon request: a monthly lump sum for research expenses in the amount of 313 Euros Under certain circumstances, you can apply for the following additional benefits after start of funding: lump sum grants for attending conferences in the countries of the Weimar Triangle (Germany, France, Poland) monthly allowance for accompanying members of family, only for a funding period of more than six months; please also read our important information for scholarship applicants / section F, point 3 monthly rent subsidy, only for a funding period of more than six months (see important information for scholarship applicants, section F, point 9) Grants for language courses taken during the funding period In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers Funding for an annual in-person networking meeting organised by the selected working group As part of the 'Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe programme, three major networking forums will be held in person, in Warsaw in 2,027, Paris in 2,028, and Germany in 2029. These events will bring together partner organisations, grant recipients, alumni and active programme participants, providing an opportunity to present projects and results and establish further collaborations. Alongside the current programme participants, partner organisations, grant recipients and alumni will also be invited. Furthermore, outstanding trilateral projects will be awarded a research prize at the closing forum in Germany.
Payout: Paid to the college or financial aid office
This award may be renewable.
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Selection criteria
The selection committees are composed based on academic and, where applicable, regional criteria. The volunteer committee members are appointed by the DAAD Executive Board and are primarily professors and lecturers at German universities and research institutions. They review the applications and decide on the awarding of scholarships. Former DAAD scholarship recipients may also participate in the selection process. DAAD staff members chair the meetings but do not have voting rights. The selection criteria are: Academic qualifications, documented through a description of your academic background, letters of recommendation, and publications The quality and academic rigor of the research project The implementation plan The expertise of the host institution The suitability of the research project in terms of long-term career planning (the applicant’s potential) The following are also of central importance: Documentation of previous research achievements in publications. In addition to the number of publications and the applicant’s own contribution (if multiple authors are involved), the quality of the journal or publisher is also an important criterion. The duration of previous research activity and the specific publication culture of the respective field are considered. The applicants’ academic independence. This should be demonstrated by the selection of a new research focus and a new research environment following the completion of the doctoral degree or in connection with the planned project. If these conditions are not met, we recommend explaining the reasons in the supplementary remarks. An explanation of your motivation for international networking within the framework of trinational cooperation, as well as your willingness and commitment to lead one of the working groups, if applicable In addition, to ensure equal opportunity, the selection committee may consider special life circumstances, which you can describe in the online application form. Please refer to the Important Scholarship Information / Section E, Point 3.
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een Germany, France, and Poland). The programme aims to develop innovative solutions to European and global challenges through joint research projects and to strengthen Euro-pean integration and the European Research Area through networking and exchange. Funding is provided for a research stay in any field of study at a host institution of the applicant’s choice in Germany. Participation in courses, workshops, or similar events is not eligible for funding. In addition to promoting mobility, a central component of t…
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