FRIAS Fellowship Programmes 2027-2028

The Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies’ Fellowship Programmes provide a unique setting for researchers from all disciplines to fully focus on their projects within an international community. FRIAS fellowships are open to both early-career and senior researchers from Freiburg, Germany, and all over the world, supporting dedicated research time, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to University of Freiburg resources.

• Table of Content
• About University of Freiburg
• FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship
• Requirements for FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship

Aim and Benefits of FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship

• Fellows receive a monthly living allowance, with additional funding for accommodation and a mobility allowance to cover travel costs.
• Office spaces, library access, and tailored support for specific needs may also be provided.

Requirements for FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme Fellowship Qualification

FRIAS Early Career Fellowship Programme

• For: Scientists who, at the time of application, have completed their PhD within the last eight years and have at least six months of research or study experience at academic institution(s) in a country other than the one where they earned their first academic degree.
• Disciplines: Applications in all disciplines that can be supported at the University of Freiburg are welcome.
• Period of Funding: Four to ten months

FRIAS Senior Fellowship Programme

• For: Scientists who, at the time of application, have completed their PhD and have at least eight years of post-doctoral experience and at least six months of research or study experience at academic institution(s) in a country other than the one where they earned their first academic degree.
• Disciplines: Applications in all disciplines that can be supported at the University of Freiburg are welcome.
• Period of Funding: Three to eight months

FRIAS Sustainable Governance Fellowship Programme for Researchers from Africa

• For: Scientists who, at the time of application, have completed their PhD and have at least eight years of post-doctoral experience and at least six months of research or study experience at academic institution(s) in a country other than the one where they earned their first academic degree. Fellowships are available to researchers of all nationalities based in an African institution.
• Disciplines: Humanities and social sciences
• Period of Funding: Six months

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Contact: [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit University of Freiburg webpage.