Walter Benjamin Programme
The Walter Benjamin Programme from the German Research Foundation funds early-career postdocs to conduct independent research in Germany or abroad, emphasizing autonomy, mobility, and career development.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (proposals accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to 2 years; covers full postdoc salary or fellowship plus monthly allowance (€250–€313/month) and up to €5,000/year for publication costs.
Summary: Supports early-career postdoctoral researchers to conduct independent research projects in Germany or abroad, emphasizing mobility and career development.
Description
The Walter Benjamin Programme, administered by the German Research Foundation (DFG), is designed to empower early-career postdoctoral researchers to independently conduct their own research project at a host institution of their choice, either in Germany or abroad. The program aims to foster autonomy, mobility, and thematic development during the critical early postdoctoral phase, helping researchers advance their academic careers. Funding is available as either a position (in Germany) or a fellowship (abroad), with the possibility to combine both modules in a single application.
