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Neil Renic

10 months ago

Paid Fellowship in Ethics of International Security for PhD Graduates in Hamburg Institute for Theology and Peace in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Political Science

Funding

The fellowship is for six months, starting no earlier than January 1, 2026, with a monthly stipend of €2,400 (tax-free under German law). Additional benefits include round-trip travel (up to €1,000) from the Fellow's residence to Hamburg. Health insurance and accommodation costs are not included, but assistance in finding suitable insurance and accommodation will be provided. The Fellow will have office space at the institute and is expected to reside in Hamburg during the fellowship.

Deadline

Dec 12, 2026

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Germany

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Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy

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Keywords

Political Science
International Relations
Philosophy
Theology
Peace Studies
Law
International Security
Ethics

About this position

The Institute for Theology and Peace (ithf) and the Center for Ethical Education in the Armed Forces (zebis) in Hamburg, Germany, announce the Pater Reinisch Fellowship, a paid six-month opportunity for early-career scholars in the field of ethics in international security. This interdisciplinary fellowship is designed for promising researchers who are completing or have recently completed a PhD in theology, philosophy, international law, or political science. Fellows will conduct independent research on the ethical challenges of modern military operations and warfare, contributing to the academic life of a new think tank at the intersection of peace ethics and international security.

The fellowship offers a monthly stipend of €2,400 (tax-free), plus up to €1,000 for round-trip travel to Hamburg. While health insurance and accommodation are not covered, the institute will assist fellows in finding suitable options. Fellows are expected to reside in Hamburg and will have office space at the institute. The program encourages research projects that address the ethical dimensions of military technologies, the changing character of war, and related topics in international security.

Applicants must hold or be near completion of a PhD in one of the eligible fields, demonstrate a strong record of independent research, and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. German language proficiency is not required. Applications should include a cover letter, research proposal (2–3 pages), CV, and two references, and be sent to Dr. Christian Braun ([email protected]) by December 12, 2025. The research proposal should outline a project suitable for completion within six months and expected to result in a publication.

This fellowship is ideal for scholars interested in the intersection of ethics, international security, peace studies, and related disciplines, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a new interdisciplinary think tank in Hamburg.

Funding details

The fellowship is for six months, starting no earlier than January 1, 2026, with a monthly stipend of €2,400 (tax-free under German law). Additional benefits include round-trip travel (up to €1,000) from the Fellow's residence to Hamburg. Health insurance and accommodation costs are not included, but assistance in finding suitable insurance and accommodation will be provided. The Fellow will have office space at the institute and is expected to reside in Hamburg during the fellowship.

What's required

Applicants should hold or be close to completing a PhD in theology, philosophy, international law, or political science. They must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, a strong record of independent research, and the potential to make a significant scholarly contribution in their field. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a willingness to engage in the intellectual community of the institute. German language skills are not required.

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