Walter Benjamin Programme
The Walter Benjamin Programme funds early-career postdocs to independently conduct research at an institution of their choice in Germany or abroad, fostering scientific autonomy and mobility.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Proposals accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to 2 years of funding; covers 100% of applicant’s remuneration plus flat-rate project cost allowances (€313/month for fellowships, €250/month for positions), with up to €5,000/year for publication costs.
Summary: Supports early-career postdoctoral researchers to conduct independent research projects at an institution of their choice in Germany or abroad.
Key Information: No parallel DFG proposals or funding; generally requires change of institution; both German and international postdocs eligible under specific conditions.
Description
The Walter Benjamin Programme is designed to enable postdoctoral researchers in the early stages of their careers to independently conduct a research project at a research institution of their choice, either in Germany or abroad. The programme aims to foster scientific autonomy, mobility, and thematic development, supporting researchers as they establish their independent research careers. Funding is available either as a position (in Germany) or as a fellowship (abroad), with the possibility to combine both modules if the project requires work in multiple locations.
