If you are a scholar with a keen interest in international relations and a desire to deepen your research on the dynamic roles of the United States and Europe in the global order, the 2025-2026 DAAD Post-Doctoral Fellowships at Johns Hopkins SAIS offer an unparalleled opportunity. This fellowship program invites post-doctoral researchers to join the vibrant academic community at the Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs, providing a platform to engage with leading experts, participate in high-level seminars, and contribute to cutting-edge discussions on statecraft and world order.
This article will provide you with all details you'll need to know about this exciting opportunity!
Fellowship Summary
Host Country: United States
Host Institution: Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University
Location: Washington D.C
Level: Post-Doctoral
Duration: 9-12 months (between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026)
Funding and Salary: Monthly salary up to $6,000, plus additional benefits
Open for: EU and U.S. citizens
Application Deadline: January 14, 2025
Fellowship Overview
The DAAD Post-Doctoral Fellows at the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) Johns Hopkins University provide an exceptional opportunity for scholars to conduct research on “The United States, Europe, and World Order” in Washington, D.C. This fellowship is designed for outstanding post-doctoral scholars who are interested in deepening their research in this field.
Fellows will be integrated into the SAIS academic community and affiliated with the Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs. They will participate in high-level seminars, peer review sessions, and direct engagements with senior foreign policy practitioners and scholars.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Engage in Academic Activities: Participate in high-level seminars and peer review sessions.
Research and Publication: Complete a research paper on “The United States, Europe, and World Order.”
Conference Collaboration: Work on organizing a German-US conference on international security and statecraft.
Summer Workshop: Take part in a workshop on grand strategy and international security.
Ongoing Projects: Continue personal research projects.
Networking: Build professional relationships within the SAIS community.
Fellowship Benefits
Monthly Salary: Up to $6,000, minus U.S. taxes
Research Funding: Up to $3,000 for a 12-month stay
Travel: Economy class roundtrip airfare for non-U.S. citizens and one roundtrip airfare to Germany for the conference
Workspace and Facilities: Access to a computer, shared workspace, internet, and Johns Hopkins University libraries
Healthcare: Basic health care package available, with premiums for accompanying dependents covered ($560 per month for one dependent, $880 per month for more than one dependent)
Renewal: Possibility of renewal for an additional twelve months upon mutual agreement.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Level: Doctorate or post-doctorate level
Research Capacity: Demonstrated ability to conduct research
Language: Fluency in English
Citizenship: Open to EU and U.S. citizens
Affiliation: EU citizens must be affiliated with a German university or research institution and eligible for a J-1 visa
Dissertation Completion: Preference for those who completed their dissertation within the past six years
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit the following materials in English via the application portal [Interfolio]
Statement of Interest: Explanation of why you are applying and your goals for the fellowship.
Research Statement: A 3 to 5-page double-spaced proposal detailing a research project related to the theme “The United States, Europe, and World Order.
Curriculum Vitae
Start date: Preferred appointment start and end dates, between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.
References: Contact information for three references.
🗓️ Application Timeline
Application Deadline: January 14, 2025
Results: February 2025. The fellowship Start - End Dates: Begins between July 1 and October 1, 2025, and concludes on June 30, 2026, with a possibility of renewal for another 12 months
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