Volkswagen Foundation Lichtenberg Endowed Professorships 2024

Volkswagen Foundation Lichtenberg Endowed Professorships 2024

The Volkswagen Foundation Lichtenberg Endowed Professorships initiative aims to assist post-doctoral researchers from every field of study. This opportunity is tailored for exceptional early-career scholars seeking to advance their academic journey with significant financial backing and guidance.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements for the Volkswagen Foundation Lichtenberg Professorships in Germany, 2024:

• Open to highly qualified young researchers across all academic disciplines.
• Candidates must have finished their doctoral studies between four and seven years ago, based on the specific professorship tier.
• Demonstrated prior international experience is mandatory.

Application Requirements

Required application materials:

• A cover letter specifying the intended beneficiary of the award.
• Project summary in both English and German (limited to a single page).
• Comprehensive project proposal (up to twelve pages) detailing goals, innovative aspects, and methodology.
• A curated list of publications and a thorough curriculum vitae.
• Timeline, work schedule, and financial plan for the proposed work.

Scholarship Benefits

Funding package for the Volkswagen Foundation Lichtenberg Professorships in Germany, 2024:

• Awardees will be granted an initial allocation of EUR 2 million.
• An additional EUR 3 million is assured via university fundraising campaigns.

For further information and to submit an application, visit the official scholarship portal.

The final date for submission is January 29, 2024.