Friedrich Schiller University Jena is now accepting applications for its 2024 Female Postdoctoral scholarships. Designed to support talented researchers at transitional career stages, these scholarships offer €2,000 in monthly stipends and family allowances, if applicable.
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be female researchers with a doctoral degree rated at least “very good.” They must be in a transitional career stage with no other funding options available at Friedrich Schiller University Jena.Friedrich Schiller University Jena is one of Germany’s oldest universities, located in Jena, Thuringia. Named after the renowned poet and philosopher Friedrich Schiller, who taught there, the university has a rich academic history and has been associated with influential figures in philosophy and science, including Hegel and Schrödinger. It offers a diverse range of over 200 degree programs across ten faculties, emphasizing research-oriented education and international collaboration.
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Information
Established in 1558, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (Friedrich Schiller University of Jena) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Jena (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Thuringia. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Thüringer Ministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur (Thuringian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture), Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (FSU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (FSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 461 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this German higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of €2,000 and family allowances if applicable. The scholarship supports female postdoctoral researchers in their scientific career path, bridging transitional periods, and advancing their university careers. Funding is provided under the Thuringian Program for the Promotion of Young Women Scientists and Artists (2021 – 2025) with funds from the Free State of Thuringia and Friedrich Schiller University Jena.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the university’s application portal during the call period. The required documents include:
- A letter of motivation presenting your career plan.
- A curriculum vitae in tabular form.
- Certificates of your university and doctoral degrees.
- List of publications, awards, and third-party funding, if applicable.
- Research proposal for the scholarship project (up to ten pages), including proof of preliminary work, detailed project schedule, and work plan.
- Written statement from a professor at Friedrich Schiller University Jena regarding the project quality and candidate’s potential.
- Written statement of intent by a professor at Friedrich Schiller University Jena confirming the project’s institutional integration and support.
- To enter the application portal directly, please click here
The call for applications is open from 8 August to 15 September 2024. More information and the application portal link can be found in the official announcement document.