Maria Reiche Postdoctoral Fellowships at Technische Universität Dresden in Germany

Maria Reiche Postdoctoral Fellowships for Women at Technische Universität Dresden in Germany

About Fellowships

The Maria Reiche Postdoctoral Fellowships at Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden) are designed to empower female postdoctoral researchers by supporting the development of an independent research proposal that qualifies for third-party funding, a crucial step toward a university career or professorship. This fellowship fosters academic independence, strengthens female representation in science, and aligns with TU Dresden’s commitment to excellence and gender equity in research.
Keywords: postdoctoral fellowship, academic career, third-party funding, women in science, TU Dresden, research proposal, professorship

Fellowships Details

Grant Title: Maria Reiche Postdoctoral Fellowships
Host Institution: Technische Universität Dresden
Administering Organization: TU Dresden Graduate Academy
Location: Dresden, Germany
Grant Type: Full-time research fellowship
Research Field: Multidisciplinary (all disciplines eligible)
Eligible Nationalities: All nationalities (applicants must be female)
Duration: Up to 24 months
Funding/Compensation:
- €2,670/month stipend
- Family allowance: €400 for the first child, €100 per additional child
- Workplace subsidy: up to €2,500
- Starter Kit: up to €10,000
Start Date: Between October 1, 2024, and January 1, 2025
Scholarship Can Be Taken At: TU Dresden, Germany

Research Areas

The Maria Reiche Postdoctoral Fellowships are open to all academic disciplines represented at TU Dresden. Eligible research fields include:

Engineering and Technology
Humanities and Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Fields
Mathematics and Physical Sciences
Medical and Health Sciences
Natural and Life Sciences

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Female researchers who completed their doctorate within the last six years (as of the month before the fellowship start date).
Adjustments to the six-year rule are made for maternity and parental leave.

Preferred Qualifications:

Intent to submit a third-party funded research project (e.g., DFG, ERC, etc.)
Clear academic trajectory toward professorship
Demonstrated research excellence and publication record

Grant Benefits

Visa Sponsorship: Yes
Monthly Stipend: €2,670
Health Insurance: Not specifically mentioned (likely responsibility of recipient)
Travel Allowances: Covered under the Starter Kit (€10,000 max)
Professional Development Funding: Yes (conferences, guest speakers, events)
Dependent Support: Family allowance of up to €400 for the first child, €100 for each additional child

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit all documents electronically as one PDF file (except letters of recommendation) to: 📧 graduiertenakademie@tu-dresden.de
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