Future Fellows
Calls for applications for the following academic year are usually published in May, with a submission deadline in mid-July.
Application faq for interested candidates
To support applicants unfamiliar with German application standards, this document provides detailed guidance on preparing the required documents for a fellowship application.
1. Am I eligible to apply?
Applications are open to postdoctoral and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences.
Applicants must have formally completed their PhD at the time of the application; the PhD thesis does not need to have been published yet.
No institutional affiliation or teaching experience is required at the time of the application.
The fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities and university affiliations, including researchers based in Germany or Munich, with the exception of current members of LMU Munich.
Applicants who have been former fellows of another Käte Hamburger Research Centre are welcome to apply, provided that all other eligibility criteria are met.
Artists are likewise encouraged to apply, provided all eligibility criteria are met.
2. What documents are required for the application?
Your application must include the following:
Application Form: Complete the online application form available HERE.
Cover Letter: A concise introduction of your background, motivation for applying, and how your research aligns with the centre’s goals.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed CV listing your academic achievements, work experience, awards, and relevant qualifications.
List of Publications: A comprehensive list of your academic publications, if applicable.
Exposé: A focused document (max. 5 pages) detailing your research project.
3. What should the cover letter include?
The cover letter should:
highlight your academic and professional background.
explain your interest in the fellowship and its relevance to your research.
outline how your research aligns with the themes of the Käte Hamburger Research Centre global dis:connect.
specify the preferred duration of your stay (6 to 10 months).
Please address your cover letter of the Selection Committee or jointly to the three directors.
4. What is an exposé, and how should I prepare it?
The exposé is a critical component of your application, providing an overview of your research project. It should be well-structured, clear, and focused, demonstrating the feasibility and relevance of your project. The exposé should include:
Title: A clear and descriptive title for your project.
Introduction: Briefly introduce the research topic, its significance, and its relevance to the centre’s themes of globalisation and dis:connectivity.
Research Questions: Outline the specific questions you aim to address.
Methodology: Describe the methods or approaches you will use to answer your research questions.
Objectives: Clarify the goals and expected outcomes of your research.
Relation to the Centre: Elaborate on how your project connects to the centre’s thematic focus, including any interdisciplinary aspects.
Timeline: Provide an approximate timeline for completing your research during the fellowship.
5. How should I format my CV?
Begin with your name and contact information.
Include sections for education, professional experience, research activities, awards, and languages.
Highlight experiences or achievements relevant to the fellowship.
6. How should I format my list of publications?
Use a standard citation format (e.g., APA, MLA, or Chicago) to list books, articles, and other works.
If the list is extensive, prioritize publications relevant to the fellowship’s themes.
There is no minimum publication requirement.
Publications in any language are accepted.
For artists: In addition to academic publications, submit exhibitions, exhibition catalogues, artistic projects, portfolios, or comparable professional outputs as part the application.
7. What additional information is important to know?
Residence: Fellows are required to reside in Munich during the fellowship.
Participation: Active participation in the centre’s events is mandatory. The fellowship is designed to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration among fellows, and this is best achieved through a regular presence at the centre.
Archival research trips: The fellowship is not intended to fund archival research trips. Any essential archival research should be completed before the fellowship begins.
Language: While knowledge of German is not required, fluency in English is essential for communication and collaboration.
Reapplication: If you. meet the eligibility requirements of a future call for applications, you are welcome to apply again.
8. How should I submit my application?
After completing the online application form, combine all other documents (cover letter, CV, list of publications, exposé) into a single PDF file. Send this file to applications.gdc@lmu.de.
9. How are fellows selected?
Applications are reviewed by the board of directors and the advidsory board based on:
The quality and originality of the research proposal.
The relevance of the project to the centre’s themes.
The applicant’s academic achievements and interdisciplinary outlook.
1. Am I eligible to apply?
Applications are open to postdoctoral and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences.
Applicants must have formally completed their PhD at the time of the application; the PhD thesis does not need to have been published yet.
No institutional affiliation or teaching experience is required at the time of the application.
The fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities and university affiliations, including researchers based in Germany or Munich, with the exception of current members of LMU Munich.
Applicants who have been former fellows of another Käte Hamburger Research Centre are welcome to apply, provided that all other eligibility criteria are met.
Artists are likewise encouraged to apply, provided all eligibility criteria are met.
2. What documents are required for the application?
Your application must include the following:
Application Form: Complete the online application form available HERE.
Cover Letter: A concise introduction of your background, motivation for applying, and how your research aligns with the centre’s goals.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed CV listing your academic achievements, work experience, awards, and relevant qualifications.
List of Publications: A comprehensive list of your academic publications, if applicable.
Exposé: A focused document (max. 5 pages) detailing your research project.
3. What should the cover letter include?
The cover letter should:
highlight your academic and professional background.
explain your interest in the fellowship and its relevance to your research.
outline how your research aligns with the themes of the Käte Hamburger Research Centre global dis:connect.
specify the preferred duration of your stay (6 to 10 months).
Please address your cover letter of the Selection Committee or jointly to the three directors.
4. What is an exposé, and how should I prepare it?
The exposé is a critical component of your application, providing an overview of your research project. It should be well-structured, clear, and focused, demonstrating the feasibility and relevance of your project. The exposé should include:
Title: A clear and descriptive title for your project.
Introduction: Briefly introduce the research topic, its significance, and its relevance to the centre’s themes of globalisation and dis:connectivity.
Research Questions: Outline the specific questions you aim to address.
Methodology: Describe the methods or approaches you will use to answer your research questions.
Objectives: Clarify the goals and expected outcomes of your research.
Relation to the Centre: Elaborate on how your project connects to the centre’s thematic focus, including any interdisciplinary aspects.
Timeline: Provide an approximate timeline for completing your research during the fellowship.
5. How should I format my CV?
Begin with your name and contact information.
Include sections for education, professional experience, research activities, awards, and languages.
Highlight experiences or achievements relevant to the fellowship.
6. How should I format my list of publications?
Use a standard citation format (e.g., APA, MLA, or Chicago) to list books, articles, and other works.
If the list is extensive, prioritize publications relevant to the fellowship’s themes.
There is no minimum publication requirement.
Publications in any language are accepted.
For artists: In addition to academic publications, submit exhibitions, exhibition catalogues, artistic projects, portfolios, or comparable professional outputs as part the application.
7. What additional information is important to know?
Residence: Fellows are required to reside in Munich during the fellowship.
Participation: Active participation in the centre’s events is mandatory. The fellowship is designed to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration among fellows, and this is best achieved through a regular presence at the centre.
Archival research trips: The fellowship is not intended to fund archival research trips. Any essential archival research should be completed before the fellowship begins.
Language: While knowledge of German is not required, fluency in English is essential for communication and collaboration.
Reapplication: If you. meet the eligibility requirements of a future call for applications, you are welcome to apply again.
8. How should I submit my application?
After completing the online application form, combine all other documents (cover letter, CV, list of publications, exposé) into a single PDF file. Send this file to applications.gdc@lmu.de.
9. How are fellows selected?
Applications are reviewed by the board of directors and the advidsory board based on:
The quality and originality of the research proposal.
The relevance of the project to the centre’s themes.
The applicant’s academic achievements and interdisciplinary outlook.
We hope this guide helps clarify the application process and assists you in submitting a strong application. Good luck!
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