Grant opportunity
FRIAS Senior Fellowship Programme 2027-2028
FRIAS is inviting established researchers worldwide to pursue independent projects in residence at the University of Freiburg during 2027-2028.
- Funder
- Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS), University of Freiburg
- Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET
- Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET: Sep 18, 2026
- Award
- Three- to eight-month fellowship contract or alternative compensation, research-cost contribution and eligible inbound and outbound travel
- Applicant
- Researchers of any nationality and eligible discipline with a completed PhD, at least eight years of postdoctoral experience, ten peer-reviewed publications since 1 January 2020, and six months of study or research experience outside the country of their first academic degree.
- Discipline
- General and Multidisciplinary
- Region
- Global / Germany
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The senior programme gives established scholars focused research time, institutional resources and an interdisciplinary international community.
Who can apply
Applicants must meet the doctoral, experience, publication and international-mobility requirements. Applications are accepted from disciplines that can be supported at Freiburg; experimental scientists require a host laboratory and experiment plan.
What it supports
- Independent, innovative research across eligible disciplines.
- Cross-disciplinary exchange and full-time residence at FRIAS.
- Projects undertaken between September 2027 and August 2028.
Funding and duration
- Fellowship support is provided through an employment contract or other compensation depending on individual circumstances.
- Fellows receive research-cost and eligible travel support.
Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET
Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET: Sep 18, 2026
How to apply
Submit the online application and all required project, career, publication and degree documents by 18 September 2026.
Call details
Source-based overview
FRIAS will host senior scholars for three to eight months during the 2027-2028 academic year. The programme supports demanding research projects and connects fellows with the University of Freiburg and an international cohort from multiple disciplines.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the doctoral, experience, publication and international-mobility requirements. Applications are accepted from disciplines that can be supported at Freiburg; experimental scientists require a host laboratory and experiment plan.
Funding and benefits
Fellowship support is provided through an employment contract or other compensation depending on individual circumstances.
Fellows receive research-cost and eligible travel support.
Themes and supported activities
Independent, innovative research across eligible disciplines.
Cross-disciplinary exchange and full-time residence at FRIAS.
Projects undertaken between September 2027 and August 2028.
Deadline and timeline
Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET: Applications close 18 September 2026 at 13:00 CET: Sep 18, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Submit the online application and all required project, career, publication and degree documents by 18 September 2026.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.