DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship Programme
The DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship funds international researchers for advanced studies in aeronautics, space, energy, and transportation at DLR institutes in Germany.
Funder: German Academic Exchange Service USA
Due Dates: Rolling (first come, first served; deadlines specified per individual fellowship offer)
Funding Amounts: Monthly stipend: €992 (graduate) | €1,760 (doctoral) | €2,400 (postdoc) | €2,760 (senior scientist) | Duration: 1–36 months, depending on fellowship type
Summary: Supports highly qualified international researchers in aeronautics, space, energy, and transportation for research at DLR institutes in Germany.
Key Information: Applications are only for DLR institutes, not universities; offers are limited and may close as filled.
Description
The DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship Programme is a collaborative initiative between the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). It aims to attract highly qualified international graduate students, doctoral candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and senior scientists to conduct research in Germany in the fields of aeronautics, space, energy, and transportation. Fellowships are hosted exclusively at DLR institutes, Germany’s national research centers for aeronautics and space, and are tailored to the research needs and qualifications of each candidate. Fellowship positions are individually defined and advertised as current offers on the DAAD and DLR websites.
