Are you a seasoned social science or humanities scholar looking for a distinguished, fully supported opportunity to work independently in Europe? Applications are now being accepted for the UA Ruhr International Senior Fellowship Programme 2026/2027, which is being hosted by the College for Social Sciences and Humanities in Essen, Germany.
The college was founded in 2021 and operates as an institute for advanced study with the goal of fostering international and multidisciplinary research collaboration. It is situated in Essen, which is regarded as Germany’s cultural capital and is a major city in the Ruhr metropolitan area, which is home to some of the biggest manufacturing and academic centers in Europe.
The University of Duisburg-Essen, Ruhr University Bochum, and TU Dortmund University—three of Germany’s most prestigious universities—combine their talents in the UA Ruhr alliance. This vibrant collaboration strengthens Europe’s standing in the international academic community, promotes academic innovation, and propels research excellence.
Host Country: Germany
University: UA Ruhr
Opportunity Type: Fellowship
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- must be actively affiliated with a research institute or university outside of Germany during the fellowship and at the time of application.
- Have a doctorate that was granted at least six years prior to the application deadline.
- Show a remarkable track record of international publications in the humanities or social sciences.
- Provide a clear strategy for working with a UA Ruhr academic who will act as your “tandem partner.”
Benefits:
- Participate in a cooperative research setting with top German academics.
- Become affiliated with one of the UA Ruhr universities on an institutional basis.
- Create or enhance global research partnerships
- Gain from increased prominence within a prestigious academic community and intellectual interaction.
- Discover a dynamic academic environment in Essen, a hub for scientific and cultural advancement.
Deadline: 25 May 2025
