University of Konstanz: ZUKOnnect Fellowships for Scholars from Africa, Asia and Latin America

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Programme Description The Zukunftskolleg Konnect Fellowships support early career researchers from Africa, Asia and Latin America, who do research that fits one of the 13 departments at the University of Konstanz. As a ZUKOnnect Fellow, you can use this time to extend your research networks and to get to know the research environment at the University of Konstanz while keeping your position at home. As these fellowships can build a first bridge to the German and European academic system, we also encourage doctoral students in their last year to apply. The Zukunftskolleg is an Institute for Advanced Study (IAS). It offers fellowships as well as a diverse support network to promote the independence of early career researchers. Researchers at the postdoctoral level can work with minimal administrative constraints, and enjoy the freedom to engage in meaningful exchange with other up-and-coming colleagues as well as with distinguished senior researchers. The Zukunftskolleg is a keystone in the University of Konstanz's institutional strategy and the University of Konstanz is one of Germany’s 11 Universities of Excellence. The foundation “Manfred Ulmer-Stiftung für Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft” at the University of Konstanz funds one of the fellowships. The "Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour" and the Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality” fund up to 2 fellowships for related projects in one of their interdisciplinary research fields. Free applications are encouraged (Track A – up to 4 scholarships) but also upon nomination (Track N – up to 4 scholarships). Academic Requirements You hold a doctorate (max. 2 years, doctoral degree granted after 15 February 2024) OR are a doctoral student in your final year. Your doctorate was/is going to be completed at a university in Latin America, Asia or Africa. You do not hold a permanent professorship, nor do you have a habilitation or equivalent qualification (Venia legendi). Your research project should tie in with one of the disciplines represented at the University of Konstanz. Number of Scholarships 8 Duration On-campus research stays at the Zukunftskolleg are available for up to 3 months (with justification for up to 4 months). The on-site ZUKOnnect Fellowships are complemented by a digital affiliation extending it to a duration of 12 months. Scholarship Value • During the on-campus research stay, a stipend of 1,300 EUR/month for doctoral students and 2,000 EUR/month for postdoctoral researchers (following DAAD guidelines) • Standard expenses for one economy-class trip to Konstanz and back • The chance to participate in events organised by the Zukunftskolleg • Access to library resources • Access to IT services • Access to research support services (via Research Support) • Up to 750 EUR research allowance upon request • Research Return Visit by a member of University of Konstanz to your home institution upon request • ZUKOnnect Fellows will benefit from a digital affiliation extending the total period to 12 months. The digital affiliation will be supported with up to 900 EUR (lump sum). • German language course (online and on site to be confirmed for 2026) • Career Kit Plus - weekly series of seminars and workshops offered by the University of Konstanz staff members or external trainers (e.g. open access, good practice in academic writing, career perspectives, funding opportunities, but also sight visits and other encounters). Programme for 2026 to be confirmed. • "Fellows go Local" - ZUKOnnect meetings with fellows, staff, PhD students in town, helping to adjust in the local region supported by the Universitätsgesellschaft Konstanz Application Deadline Current application deadlines are posted on the programme's website.

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