Finding the right funding programme
Which funding programme is suitable for me? This question is one that is often asked.
In order to answer it, we provide a direct comparison of the following four programmes: Walter Benjamin Programme, Emmy Noether Programme, Heisenberg Programme and Individual Research Grants Programme. The module Temporary Position for Principal Investigators is not a separate funding programme but an option under the Individual Research Grants Programme.
For full details and the modules available in each case, see the (interner Link).
Are you looking for a different funding programme?
In addition to this section on individual funding, the DFG offers a wide range of other funding programmes. For a complete overview of (interner Link)
Did you know? In our (externer Link) you can take a look at which people and projects are already being funded in your subject area or at your institution.
Further questions?
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| Walter Benjamin Programme | Emmy Noether Programme | Heisenberg Programme | Individual Research Grants Programme |
Foundation for an academic career | Leadership of an independent junior research group to qualify for a professorship | Pathway to a professorship | Your research project with the option of funding for your temporary principal investigator position / temporary substitute clinician position |
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| Mobility (domestic/foreign), independence and further exploration of subject area. As a rule, a change of institution is required. | Obtain eligibility for a professorship through independent leadership of a Junior Research Group. | Preparation for an academic leadership position and the opportunity to work on advanced research topics. | Opportunity to carry out a research project of high scientific quality and originality, on a specifically defined topic within a limited period of time, at an international level. |
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| Researchers from all disciplines in an early career phase after their doctorate. | Outstanding researchers from all disciplines up to four years after their doctorate who have substantial international research experience and usually at least two years of postdoctoral experience. | Researchers of all disciplines who are eligible for appointment to a professorship and who are able to demonstrate outstanding academic achievements. | Researchers from all disciplines who have completed their academic training (doctorate). |
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| Usually up to two years | Six years | Maximum five years | Usually three years |
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| Yes, in the variants • Walter Benjamin fellowship (abroad) • Walter Benjamin position (Germany) • Temporary substitute clinician position (Germany) | Yes, in the variants • Emmy Noether independent junior research group leader • Temporary substitute clinician position | Yes, in the variants • Heisenberg position • Heisenberg temporary substitute clinician Position • Heisenberg professorship • Heisenberg fellowship | Yes (optional), in the variants • Temporary position for principal investigator • Temporary substitute clinician position |
| Project-specific costs |
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| Not eligible for funding. Costs must be covered by the host institution. | Yes, e.g. for personnel, consumables, publication expenses, workshops ... | Cannot be applied for directly but via an accompanying research grant. | Yes, e.g. for personnel, consumables, publication expenses, workshops ... |
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Are you looking for a different funding programme?
In addition to this section on individual funding, the DFG offers a wide range of other funding programmes. For a complete overview of (interner Link)
Did you know? In our (externer Link) you can take a look at which people and projects are already being funded in your subject area or at your institution.