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Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship

6-24 months (postdocs) or 6-18 months split into up to 3 stays over 3 years (experienced researchers)

Selection committee meets February, June and October

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The Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation funds research stays abroad for postdoctoral and experienced researchers who are German citizens or academically integrated in Germany. Fellows choose a host from the Humboldt Network, who co-funds about one third of the fellowship, and stays run 6-24 months for postdocs or up to three shorter stays over three years for experienced researchers. Applications are accepted continuously, with a selection committee meeting three times a year to review them.

Details

Funder Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Duration 6-24 months (postdocs) or 6-18 months split into up to 3 stays over 3 years (experienced researchers)
Consortium No - individual applicant, hosted by an academic host from the Humboldt Network abroad who co-funds about one third of the fellowship
Application Single online application including host's statement and two expert reviews, reviewed by selection committee meeting three times a year
Frequency Continuous
Career stage Early-career opportunity
Eligible countries DE

Eligibility & scope

For postdoctoral and experienced researchers who are German citizens (or non-German citizens working academically in Germany) conducting research abroad with a host from the Humboldt Network. Requires good knowledge of host country language or excellent English; host must confirm facilities and provide mentoring agreement; applicants may not have spent more than 6 months in host country in prior 18 months. Research stays in Ukraine, Russia or Belarus currently suspended.

Who Should Apply

  • •Postdoctoral researchers or experienced researchers who are German citizens or academically integrated in Germany
  • •Researchers who have secured a host from the Humboldt Network abroad
  • •Candidates able to arrange a host statement and mentoring agreement
  • •Applicants with good knowledge of the host country language or excellent English

Key Dates

  • •Rolling application, no fixed annual deadline
  • •Selection committee meets three times a year: February, June and October
  • •Duration: 6-24 months for postdocs; 6-18 months per stay (up to 3 stays over 3 years) for experienced researchers

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Secure your Humboldt Network host early since the host statement and mentoring agreement are required parts of the single-stage application.
  • ✓Because the host co-funds about a third of the fellowship, a host with genuine institutional commitment strengthens the application.
  • ✓Submit well ahead of your target committee date (Feb, June or Oct), since review involves two external expert assessments that take time to collect.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship last?

Postdoctoral researchers can receive 6-24 months of funding, while experienced researchers can take up to three stays over three years, each lasting 6-18 months.

Who is eligible for the Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship?

Postdoctoral and experienced researchers who are German citizens or academically integrated in Germany, planning a research stay abroad with a host from the Humboldt Network.

When is the deadline for the Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship?

There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed by a selection committee meeting in February, June and October.

Do I need a host institution to apply for the Feodor Lynen Fellowship?

Yes, applicants need a host from the Humboldt Network abroad who provides a host statement and co-funds about one third of the fellowship.

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