HWK Delmenhorst Fellowships
Apply for a Fellowship
Scientists and scholars may apply for any of the following residential academic fellowships:
- Regular fellowships, if your PhD dates back more than five years. Apply here
- Junior fellowships, if your PhD dates back less than five years. Apply here
- Associate Junior Fellowships (non-residential) are open to early career researchers from Northwest Germany only. Apply here
Artists with a keen interest in the sciences may apply as:
- Artist in Residence for residencies of typically 3-4 months Apply here
Deadlines for individual types of fellowships may differ. Review all fellowship categories
Deadline
15 July 2026, 12 PM CEST (midnight)
This is the only call for applications this year. Late applications will not be considered.
Conditions
The Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg awards residential fellowships to exceptionally qualified researchers. Fellowships may last 3 to 10 months. The selection procedure is a one-stage process. Residency at the Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg is mandatory. Exact financial conditions and timeframe are subject to individual agreement. The HWK supports researchers who wish to take up fellowships accompanied by child(ren), spouse, or partner. Review the application guidelines for full conditions.
Eligibility
Applications may be submitted for all academic disciplines. Applicants intending to do experimental or laboratory work are welcome, but must enclose confirmation of access to research infrastructure at a regional academic institution. Review the application guidelines for full eligibility criteria.
