The Gerda Henkel Foundation offers postdoctoral fellowships for independent research in the humanities and social sciences at advanced study institutes in Bucharest and Sofia.
Funder: Gerda Henkel Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; funding details and duration must be confirmed in the official call.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowships support early-career researchers at the Institutes for Advanced Study in Bucharest and Sofia to foster international research collaboration.
Key Information: All dates and program details are projected; applicants must consult the official program page or contact the Foundation for current information.
The Gerda Henkel Foundation, in partnership with the Institutes for Advanced Study in Bucharest (New Europe College) and Sofia (Centre for Advanced Study), offers postdoctoral fellowships aimed at promoting international research collaboration in the humanities and social sciences. These fellowships provide early-career scholars the opportunity to pursue independent research in a vibrant academic environment and to engage with a diverse international community. The program supports outstanding researchers from Romania, Bulgaria, and internationally, fostering both individual academic growth and broader interdisciplinary connections.