Research Careers
The German Research Foundation supports researchers in all stages of their research career. On the one hand, this is accomplished by means of funding for individuals and, on the other hand, there is room for further academic qualification in DFG-funded research projects and groups.
The web pages pertaining to the various phases of research careers provide you with an overview of funding opportunities and further information:
- Interner LinkDuring Studies
- Interner LinkDuring Doctorates
- Interner LinkFollowing Completion of Doctorates
Furthermore, the DFG awards prizes to researchers at different stages of their research careers:
Further information
The following website provides guidance to first-time applicants:
Various publications address matters and activities of the DFG concerning the funding of early career researchers:
- Interner LinkDFG Magazine > Career Paths (available only in German)
- Interner LinkAnnual Report ‒ Activities and Results - Programmes and Projects
- Interner LinkStudy "Research Funding and Career Paths" (2017)
Contact
Please send general enquiries pertaining to the scientific early career grant programmes of the DFG or the possibilities for offering information events and material to the following e-mail address:
