Alfried Krupp Fellowships 2026/27 – Germany

About the Fellowship

The Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald invites applications for its prestigious Alfried Krupp Fellowships for the academic year 2026/27. Up to six Senior Fellowships and eight Junior Fellowships will be awarded to distinguished and early-career researchers across all disciplines. Located in the historic university city of Greifswald near the Baltic Sea, the Kolleg offers a unique academic environment for focused, independent research. Fellows are provided with the freedom to pursue their work without administrative or teaching obligations while engaging with the local academic community. The programme strongly supports interdisciplinary projects and encourages collaborations with the University of Greifswald. Special emphasis is placed on projects aligned with the research theme of the Baltic Sea region – from culture to ecology.

Fellowship / Details

Position Title: Alfried Krupp Senior and Junior Fellowships 2026/27
Host Institution: Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald
Administering Body / Funding Agency: Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach Foundation
Location: Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany
Research Field(s): All disciplines; interdisciplinary research encouraged
Fellowship Type: Full-time residential Fellowship
Level: Early-career (Junior) and Senior-level (Senior Fellowship)
Fellowship Duration: One semester or one full academic year
Expected Start Date: October 1, 2026
Working Hours: As per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation: Competitive remuneration; housing and working space provided free of charge

Required Degree/Diploma

Supported Research Fields / Areas

Baltic Sea regional studies (culture, ecology, governance, etc.)
Humanities and Social Sciences
Natural Sciences
Environmental Studies
Cultural Studies
Interdisciplinary research involving multiple academic domains

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Junior Fellowship: Doctorate (PhD) completed
Senior Fellowship: Established academic profile with proven excellence in teaching and research
All nationalities eligible

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong publication record
Interdisciplinary project design
Demonstrated collaboration or networking potential with University of Greifswald

Not Eligible:

Applicants without a PhD (for Junior Fellowships)
Incomplete or late applications

Fellowship/Job Benefits

Monthly stipend/salary commensurate with academic achievement
Free residential and working space at the Kolleg
Support for family accompaniment
Opportunities for collaboration with University of Greifswald
Research autonomy and administrative independence

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research
Participate in academic exchange and events at the Kolleg
Collaborate with scholars and departments at the University of Greifswald
Present and publish research findings

Application Process

How to Apply:
Apply online via the official portal. Applications must be submitted electronically and will be anonymised for fairness during review.
Apply Here

Required Documents: