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Humboldt Research Fellowship 2027 for Postdoctoral and Experienced Researchers in Germany Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in Germany

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Postdoc

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Computer Science

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Fully funded fellowship. Provides monthly fellowship support of €3,000 for postdoctoral researchers and €3,600 for experienced researchers, plus additional financial benefits, travel allowances, family benefits, health insurance subsidies, research support at a German host institution, and possible German language course support where applicable.

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Nov 15, 2026

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Germany

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About this position

Humboldt Research Fellowship 2027 is a fully funded research fellowship in Germany for postdoctoral researchers and experienced researchers from around the world (except Germany). The fellowship is offered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and supports independent research at a German university or research institution of the applicant’s choice.

This opportunity is open across all academic disciplines, making it relevant for candidates in fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, environmental science, medical science, and more. Fellows receive monthly funding, research support, travel allowances, family benefits, and health insurance subsidies. A German language course may also be available where applicable.

Funding details: postdoctoral researchers receive €3,000 per month, while experienced researchers receive €3,600 per month. The fellowship duration is 6 to 24 months for postdoctoral researchers and 6 to 18 months for experienced researchers, with the option to split the stay into multiple periods.

Eligibility highlights: postdoctoral applicants should have completed their doctorate within the last four years (or complete it before the relevant selection meeting) and show an excellent publication record. Experienced researchers should have completed their doctorate within the last twelve years, demonstrate strong publications, academic leadership, and an independent research profile. All applicants need a research proposal, a confirmed academic host in Germany, two expert academic reviews, and language proficiency where required.

How to apply: applications are submitted online through the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation portal. Applicants should first secure a German host institution, then prepare the required documents and submit the online application. The host uploads supporting documents, and the application is reviewed by experts and the selection committee.

Deadline note: for researchers planning to begin in September 2027, the relevant application call opens on 15 November 2026.

Funding details

Fully funded fellowship. Provides monthly fellowship support of €3,000 for postdoctoral researchers and €3,600 for experienced researchers, plus additional financial benefits, travel allowances, family benefits, health insurance subsidies, research support at a German host institution, and possible German language course support where applicable.

What's required

Applicants must be postdoctoral researchers who completed their doctorate within the last four years, or experienced researchers who completed their doctorate within the last twelve years. They need an excellent publication record, a research proposal, a confirmed academic host at a German research institution, two expert academic reviews, and appropriate language proficiency where required. Experienced researchers should also demonstrate academic leadership and an independent research profile.

How to apply

Apply online through the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation portal. First secure a German academic host, then prepare and submit all required documents through the online application system. The host uploads supporting documents and reviewers provide confidential evaluations.

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