Senckenberg Global Fellowships
Senckenberg
Quick Facts
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About This Scholarship
The Senckenberg Global Fellowships support highly motivated early-career scientists (doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers) from the Global South to conduct research in Germany in collaboration with Senckenberg scientists. Fellows gain access to Senckenberg’s 41 million object collection, research laboratories, libraries, and scientific expertise across multiple research fields.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Monthly stipend (1,600 € for PhD students or 2,700 € for postdocs)
- One-time travel allowance (up to 1,200 €)
- Access to Senckenberg collection (41 million objects)
- Access to research laboratories and research infrastructure
- Access to libraries
- Access to scientific expertise and staff
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be a doctoral candidate or postdoctoral researcher from a Global South country (as per OECD list)
- 2 Must hold a Master's or PhD degree
- 3 Must not have permanent residence in Germany, EU countries, North America, Australia or similar locations
- 4 Must identify and collaborate with a suitable scientific host at Senckenberg
- 5 Must not receive parallel project funding during the fellowship period
- 6 Must develop a high-quality research project concept with the Senckenberg host