Henriette Herz Scouting Programme
The Henriette Herz Scouting Programme by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables German research leaders to recruit top international junior researchers, with a focus on diversity and innovative scientific collaboration.
Funder: Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted any time; selection meetings May & November)
Funding Amounts: Scouts may recommend up to 3 fellows; fellowships: €3,000–€3,600/month plus allowances, 6–24 months (postdocs), 6–18 months (experienced researchers).
Summary: Enables researchers in Germany to recruit and recommend outstanding international junior researchers for Humboldt Research Fellowships, advancing diversity and global collaboration.
Key Information: No fixed deadline; first recommendation should ideally be a female researcher.
Description
The Henriette Herz Scouting Programme empowers (junior) professors and group leaders at German research institutions to act as scouts, identifying and recommending up to three exceptional international junior researchers for Humboldt Research Fellowships. The initiative seeks to expand the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s network, especially by reaching candidates who have not previously applied to the Foundation or conducted research in Germany. Emphasis is placed on increasing the participation of women and underrepresented groups, and on innovative approaches to recruitment and mentoring. Selected scouts play a direct role in shaping their research teams and the broader Humboldt Network.
