Applications are invited for the Bonn International Fellowships, a prestigious opportunity for outstanding researchers from all disciplines to engage in short-term academic stays (up to 12 days) at the University of Bonn. This program is designed to foster international collaboration, promote academic exchange, and establish long-term research partnerships. Open to post-doctoral scholars and experienced faculty with a strong international reputation, applications must be submitted by host scientists from the University of Bonn. The fellowship is fully funded, covering travel, a daily allowance of €160, and event expenses up to €500. The application window runs from May 29, 2025, to September 22, 2025 (5 PM CET), with no application fee required. You can find more opportunities like this by clicking here.
Key Details
- Purpose: Invite excellent researchers to participate in Bonn’s academic life and foster future collaborations.
- Fields: Open to all disciplines.
- Duration: Up to 12 days (including arrival and departure).
- Funding: Fully funded, including travel allowance and €160 daily allowance (up to 12 days).
- Application Deadline: September 22, 2025 (5 PM CET).
- Application Fee: No
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Eligibility
- Who Can Apply?
- Applications must be submitted by host scientists from the University of Bonn who hold a doctorate.
- Fellows must be invited by a Bonn University host; direct applications from fellows are not accepted.
- Eligible Fellows:
- Post-doctoral scholars or experienced faculty who teach or conduct research at a university or research institute outside Germany.
- Must have a strong international reputation in their field.
- Note: The program does not facilitate connections between potential fellows and Bonn faculty.
Also check: Deakin University Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Funding Details
The fellowship supports:
- Travel Allowance: Covers travel costs based on the fellow’s country of origin.
- Daily Allowance: €160 per day for up to 12 days (including arrival and departure).
- Event Expenses: Up to €500 per proposal for hosting events, including:
- Catering: €50 per guest (€40 for university members).
- Public relations and outreach activities.
- Funding Condition: All funds must be spent by December 31, 2026.
Selection Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on:
- The scientific reputation of the fellow in their field.
- The fellow’s contribution to Bonn’s academic life (e.g., public lectures, seminars, or colloquiums).
- The long-term impact of the visit and plans for future collaboration with the host institute.
Also check: Asia in the World Fellowship Programme 2026/2027
Application Process
Who Submits?
- Host researchers from the University of Bonn submit the application.
- The fellow must provide an informal letter of consent to the nomination.
Application Requirements
- Online Form: Complete the application form available during the application window.
- Project Description (PDF, max. 6 pages, including fellow’s declaration of consent):
- Proposed time of the fellow’s visit (month).
- Reasons for inviting the fellow, highlighting their key research achievements and international reputation.
- Overview of any existing collaboration between the host and fellow (if applicable).
- Plan for integrating the fellow into Bonn’s academic life (e.g., lectures, seminars).
- Expected short- or long-term outcomes and goals for future collaboration.
- Fellow’s informal declaration of consent.
- Fellow’s CV (PDF).
- Signed Invitation Letter from the University of Bonn host (PDF).
- Financing Plan: Use the provided Excel table to outline costs.
See also: KAUST Global Fellowship Program for Postdoctoral Researchers
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: September 22, 2025 (5 PM CET).
- Outcome Notification: Early December 2025.
- Project Start: January 1, 2026.
- Project Completion: December 31, 2026.
Check also: Ernest Rutherford Fellowship 2025
