RWTH Aachen University in Germany has opened applications for the Käte Hamburger Kolleg Fellowships 2026/27. The fellowship gives full financial support so scholars can focus only on their research. It covers living costs, office space, access to labs and even help with housing. Fellows can stay for 6 to 12 months starting October 2026 and will join an international research community. The program is open to postdoctoral researchers and senior scholars from many fields like humanities, social sciences, engineering, natural sciences and life sciences. The main theme for 2026/27 is Varieties of Science and applicants must show interest in interdisciplinary work. Female researchers and scholars from the Global South are especially encouraged to apply.
Käte Hamburger Kolleg Fellowship Summary
| Country | Germany |
| University | RWTH Aachen University |
| Institution | Käte Hamburger Kolleg: Cultures of Research (c:o/re) |
| Level | Postdoctoral to senior research fellowship |
| Duration | 6 to 12 months |
| Theme | Varieties of Science |
| Deadline | December 31, 2026 |
About the Käte Hamburger Kolleg Fellowship
The Käte Hamburger Kolleg Cultures of Research is an international center at RWTH Aachen. It looks at how science works in different countries and times. RWTH is a top tech university in Europe. The fellowship brings scholars from humanities, social sciences and sciences to share ideas. For 2026/27 the big topic is Varieties of Science. You explore how culture institutions and places shape research. You join weekly talks, workshops and events. Past fellows studied digital science, global tech and society changes.
See Also: Germany KWI International Fellowships 2026-2027
Fellowship Benefits
You get support to do your best work.
- Full grant that matches your experience (monthly stipend if no other pay plus housing money).
- Free equipped office.
- Pay for teaching replacement at home if you keep salary.
- Access to RWTH labs libraries and partners.
- Help with daily things and finding a place to live in Aachen.
- Join international group and events. Live in Aachen the whole time to join activities.
Eligibility Criteria
You must:
- Have finished PhD (postdoc or senior level).
- Work in humanities social sciences STS natural life or technical sciences.
- Have project that fits Varieties of Science theme.
- Want to mix ideas with others.
- Live in Aachen and come to weekly events. Open to all countries. Women and Global South researchers get strong push.
Required Documents
Upload online.
- Online form.
- Cover letter.
- CV and list of publications.
- One writing sample in English.
- Research exposé (max 3 pages explain project and link to theme). All in English.
Deadline
- Applications open: Now.
- Deadline: December 31, 2026
- Fellowship starts: October 2026 Apply soon to make good project.
See Also: James Buchanan Fellowship 2026-2027 (Fully Funded)
How to Apply For Käte Hamburger Kolleg Fellowship 2026
Online only.
- Read the call on KHK site.
- Write strong exposé that fits theme.
- Fill online form.
- Upload all papers.
- Submit by deadline.
- They review with board.
- If yes plan your move.
