DFG
Emmy Noether Independent Junior Research Groups
Rolling / continuous submission; no specific deadline stated
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Details
| Funder | DFG |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | DE |
Eligibility & scope
Supports postdocs in leading an independent junior research group (typically 5 years) to qualify for a university teaching career. Groups may be associated with a Collaborative Research Centre at the same location. Host institution must be eligible under DFG principles; applicants must be at an early postdoctoral career stage.
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