We are pleased to announce a short-term fellowship opportunity for early career researchers from universities affiliated with the European Reform University Alliance (ERUA). The fellowship offers a one-month research stay at the European University Viadrina in Frankfurt (Oder), Germany, between April and December 2025.
The program is designed for doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers up to seven years after their PhD who are pursuing an academic career and do not hold a permanent position in academia. It provides financial support, including a living allowance of €1,000 and a mobility allowance of up to €400. Candidates staying in June will also have the opportunity to participate in the ERUA Research Week.
Period of Stay: 1 month (between April and December 2025).
Who can apply for the fellowship?
Doctoral candidates and post-doctoral researchers from universities and associated partners in the ERUA alliance who focus on one of the ERUA research areas:
- Migration, Exile and Refugees; Environmental Transition; Democracy & Human Rights, Inclusion & Gender Equality; Interculturality, Multilingualism; Arts and Margins
as well as additional European University Viadrina key areas:
- Digital Transformation and Social Change; Law and European Society; Market and Enterprise; Crises and Conflicts; Borders and Migrations; Language Use and Cultural Practices.
How to apply?
- Candidates must submit the following application package:
- Curriculum Vitae (including a publication list, if applicable)
- Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
- Proof of affiliation to one of the listed universities
- Statement and confirmation from the hosting professor or department at European University Viadrina, including:
- A brief assessment of the research project
- A short description of the hosting duties that will be covered by the host.
Important: The application deadline is March 21, 2025. For more details, please refer to the attached document.
