TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship, Technical University of Munich, Germany

TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship: The TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship 2024 is a prestigious two-year program inviting outstanding researchers who have recently completed their PhD to pursue further academic endeavors at Technische Universität München (TUM). This fellowship provides a unique opportunity for up to 10 international young scientists to engage in research activities with TUM hosts over a 24-month period.

• TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship 2024 open for international young scientists.
• Two calls (March/September) with the first call (4.1) currently accepting applications until March 31, 2024.
• Fellowship duration: 24 months, offering a monthly stipend of €2,670 and additional benefits.
• Eligibility criteria include completion of a PhD within the last three years, mobility outside Germany, and TUM host support.
• Application Process: Two phases – Phase I (identification of TUM host) and Phase II (submission of research proposal with TUM host’s support).
• Financial Support: Co-financed fellowship with the host covering 20%, additional allowances for Munich residents, family benefits, but no coverage for consumables or conferences.
• Eligibility Criteria: Early-career postdocs residing outside Germany, completed PhD within the last three years, and TUM host support required.
• Evaluation Criteria: Scientific excellence, career perspectives, motivation letter, relevance, and originality of proposed research project.
• Phase I Evaluation: Scientific excellence, career perspectives, quality of motivation letter, and synergies with the TUM host.
• Phase II Evaluation: Scientific excellence, career perspectives, relevance, and originality of proposed research project, synergies with the TUM host.

Designation: Global Postdoc Fellow

Research Area: Open to all research topics

• Early-career postdocs and final-year doctoral researchers residing outside of Germany at the time of submission.
• Completion of PhD within the last three years at an institution other than TUM.
• Cut-off date for Call 4.1: March 1, 2024; for Call 4.2: September 1, 2024.
• Support of a TUM host required.

Job Description: The TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship supports external postdoctoral scientists in initiating research projects and diversifying their research profile within TUM departments. Fellows will receive a monthly stipend of €2,670, an additional kick-off payment of €430, and potential family benefits. The fellowship is co-financed, with the TUM host contributing 20% of the costs. Central TUM services will provide support throughout the fellowship.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications through the designated portal. In Phase I, applicants name potential TUM hosts, and upon successful completion, a matchmaking session is conducted. Phase II requires a Letter of Support from the TUM host, confirming the 20% co-financing. Application documents include a Letter of Motivation, CV, best paper copy, PhD certificate or confirmation, reference letter, and a list of potential TUM hosts.

Last Date for Apply: March 31, 2024 (23:59 CET)

Value

Duration 24 months

Monthly Stipend €2,670

Kick-off Payment €430

Application Requirements

Details

Mobility Rule Early-career postdocs and final-year doctoral researchers residing outside of Germany at the time of submission.

Completion of PhD or confirmation Completed PhD within the last three years at an institution other than TUM. Cut-off dates for Call 4.1 and Call 4.2 specified.

Support of a TUM Host In Phase I, name up to three potential TUM hosts. In Phase II, obtain a Letter of Support from the TUM host confirming 20% co-financing.

Application Documents – Phase I Letter of Motivation, CV (including list of publications), Copy of best paper, PhD certificate or confirmation, Reference Letter, Names of potential TUM hosts.

Application Documents – Phase II Research Proposal (max. 4 pages), Letter of Support from TUM host.

Note: Make sure to refer to the FAQ document for further clarification on application requirements.

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