Goethe University is offering postdoctoral
fellowships for international applicants in the field of structural biology,
cell and gene therapy, oncology, biodiversity and climate research, economics,
finance and management. Up to 12 postdoctoral fellowships which will be hosted
in at Goethe University are awarded. Duration of the fellowship is 12-24 months
according to requirements of the planned project. Application should be submitted
till August 15, 2013.
fellowships for international applicants in the field of structural biology,
cell and gene therapy, oncology, biodiversity and climate research, economics,
finance and management. Up to 12 postdoctoral fellowships which will be hosted
in at Goethe University are awarded. Duration of the fellowship is 12-24 months
according to requirements of the planned project. Application should be submitted
till August 15, 2013.
Study Subject(s): Fellowships
are provided in the field of structural biology, cell and gene therapy,
oncology, biodiversity and climate research, economics, finance and management
at the Goethe University in Germany.
Course Level: The fellowships are available for
pursuing postdoctoral degree level at Goethe University in Germany.
Scholarship Provider: Goethe University, Germany
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
are provided in the field of structural biology, cell and gene therapy,
oncology, biodiversity and climate research, economics, finance and management
at the Goethe University in Germany.
Course Level: The fellowships are available for
pursuing postdoctoral degree level at Goethe University in Germany.
Scholarship Provider: Goethe University, Germany
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
Eligibility:
–Full-time research experience of minimum 4 years (incl.
PhD) and max. 10 years, part-time experience is to be converted into full-time
equivalent
-Applicants may have not spent more than 12 months in Germany in the past
three years
-Completeness of the application form and further documents
-Applying for a time span between 12 and 24 months
-The research project generally fits into one of the participating research
areas
–Full-time research experience of minimum 4 years (incl.
PhD) and max. 10 years, part-time experience is to be converted into full-time
equivalent
-Applicants may have not spent more than 12 months in Germany in the past
three years
-Completeness of the application form and further documents
-Applying for a time span between 12 and 24 months
-The research project generally fits into one of the participating research
areas
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for the fellowships.
Scholarship Description: The Goethe International Postdoc Programme (GO-IN) will comprise up to
12 postdoctoral fellowships which will be hosted in one of the key research
areas at Goethe University. The programme focuses on incoming mobility and
addresses junior researchers from all nationalities. Goethe University in
Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with
approximately 41,000 students, 2,650 PhD students and 560 professors in 16
faculties. Embedded in a metropolitan area of considerable economic strength,
with a sizeable international population and a cosmopolitan spirit, the
University covers a wide range of subjects.
12 postdoctoral fellowships which will be hosted in one of the key research
areas at Goethe University. The programme focuses on incoming mobility and
addresses junior researchers from all nationalities. Goethe University in
Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with
approximately 41,000 students, 2,650 PhD students and 560 professors in 16
faculties. Embedded in a metropolitan area of considerable economic strength,
with a sizeable international population and a cosmopolitan spirit, the
University covers a wide range of subjects.
Number of award(s): 12 postdoctoral fellowships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Fellowships are offered for 12-24 months according to requirements of
the planned project.
the planned project.
What does it cover? Fellows receive 5475 Euros per month before taxes and social
contributions (like health and unemployment insurance). This includes a living
and travel and mobility allowance. If fellows bring their own children, another
380 Euros will be added per month.
Mind that taxes and social contributions in Germany are quite high.
Furthermore, a research cost contribution of 800 Euros per month (lab-based
research) or 500 Euros per month (theoretical research) is allocated to a
fellowship.
contributions (like health and unemployment insurance). This includes a living
and travel and mobility allowance. If fellows bring their own children, another
380 Euros will be added per month.
Mind that taxes and social contributions in Germany are quite high.
Furthermore, a research cost contribution of 800 Euros per month (lab-based
research) or 500 Euros per month (theoretical research) is allocated to a
fellowship.
Selection Criteria: Competence of the fellow
-Quality and results of previous research with regard to the planned research
project
-Potential or recognized excellence evaluated with regard to previous research
activities, publications and, if applicable, previous third-party funding
raised by the applicant
-The applicant’s scientific independence
-International experience, research activities in an international context,
transnational mobility
-Additional evaluation criteria regarding teaching, supervision, teamwork,
knowledge transfer, management experience, public awareness activities,
intersectorial mobility, practical experience
-Quality and results of previous research with regard to the planned research
project
-Potential or recognized excellence evaluated with regard to previous research
activities, publications and, if applicable, previous third-party funding
raised by the applicant
-The applicant’s scientific independence
-International experience, research activities in an international context,
transnational mobility
-Additional evaluation criteria regarding teaching, supervision, teamwork,
knowledge transfer, management experience, public awareness activities,
intersectorial mobility, practical experience
Scientific quality of the planned research project
-Novelty and originality of the planned research project
-Impact and benefit to the fellow’s career
-Precise goals, clear perspective of the project
-Target-oriented use of research funds
-Realistic time schedule of the project
-Integration in the respective research context of Goethe University
For each criterion each member of the SC can assign up to three points. An
average between the total sums of all Selection Committee members will be
formed. All applications below 22 points in average are not considered for
further interrogation.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online or email. Including the following
documents:
-completed application form incl. Applicant’s curriculum vitae and
optional prizes/awards as well as own extramural funding, patents etc.
-a letter of motivation (max. 2,500 characters)
-a scanned copy of the doctorate degree expressly indicating the date
on which the doctorate was awarded
-a scanned reference letter of one senior member of your current institution
-Description of the project (max. 25,000 characters, spaces incl.) including a
detailed working plan and financial overview on how the Research Cost
Contribution (500 Euros per month for theoretical work, 800 Euros per month for
lab-based work) will be used.
-Ethical issue’s table (only if you would answer one or more questions in the
table with a yes)
documents:
-completed application form incl. Applicant’s curriculum vitae and
optional prizes/awards as well as own extramural funding, patents etc.
-a letter of motivation (max. 2,500 characters)
-a scanned copy of the doctorate degree expressly indicating the date
on which the doctorate was awarded
-a scanned reference letter of one senior member of your current institution
-Description of the project (max. 25,000 characters, spaces incl.) including a
detailed working plan and financial overview on how the Research Cost
Contribution (500 Euros per month for theoretical work, 800 Euros per month for
lab-based work) will be used.
-Ethical issue’s table (only if you would answer one or more questions in the
table with a yes)
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is August 15, 2013