The International Research Center “Work and Human Lifecycle in Global History†at Humboldt University in Berlin invites applications for 10 to 15 international research fellowships for the 2015-2016 academic year. Fellowships are funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). Fellows will receive a monthly stipend. Fellowships are awarded for senior scholars and postdoctoral candidates to pursue research program in the field of history, anthropology, law, sociology, political science, geography, economics and area studies. Application should be submitted till August 31, 2014.
Study Subject(s): Fellowships are provided in the field of history, anthropology, law, sociology, political science, geography, economics and area studies.
Course Level: Fellowships are awarded for senior scholars and postdoctoral candidates to pursue research program.
Scholarship Provider: The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
Eligibility: The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) will welcome proposals about all regions of the world and especially those that look at comparisons, conflicts, relations between different regions. A global history perspective is not required; keeping an open mind to such ideas, however, is highly desirable.                            ÂÂ
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these fellowships.
Scholarship Description: The International Research Center “Work and Human Lifecycle in Global History†at Humboldt University in Berlin, funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) invites scholars to apply for 10 to 15 international research fellowships (senior scholars and postdoctoral candidates) for the 2015-2016 academic year. Applications are due in Berlin on 31 August 2014.
Number of award(s): 10 to 15 international research fellowships will be offered.
Duration of award(s): Fellowships are awarded for one academic year. The fellowships will begin on 1 October 2015 and end on 31st July 2016. Shorter fellowship terms will be possible.
What does it cover? Fellows will receive a monthly stipend, which can be individually negotiated, and are obliged to work at the research center in Berlin. A fully equipped office will be provided as well as organizational help for visa, housing, etc. During the fellowship, they also encourage fellows to introduce their work to wider audiences within Berlin’s scientific community.
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Please use the electronic form on website. Applicant will be asked to provide information regarding their biography, the research project you intend to work on during their fellowship as well as details on your current research. Applicants should provide the names of two referees in addition to that.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is August 31, 2014.
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