Fellowship
Introduction Are you an outstanding international postdoctoral researcher or a PhD candidate finalizing your dissertation in Artificial Intelligence? Do you want to conduct your research in a dynamic ecosystem that bridges academic excellence with industry innovation? The DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowship is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis, offering an exceptional opportunity to advance your work in Germany. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has launched this fellowship to attract global talent to Heilbronn’s rapidly expanding AI network.
Requirements: When preparing your application via the DAAD portal, you will need to upload the following documents (in English, scanned in non-certified form, PDF format): Online application form. Full curriculum vitae in tabular form (max. 3 pages). List of publications (max. 10 pages), if applicable. Letter of motivation (1-2 pages) addressing what you hope to gain from the project in Germany.
Benefits: If you are selected for the Heilbronn AI Fellowship, your funding package will include: A monthly fellowship instalment of €2,800. Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance cover. A lump sum towards international travel costs. Potential family benefits (for fellowships exceeding six months, assessed individually).
How to apply: If you are interested in applying for the DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowships, follow these steps carefully: Establish Contact: Connect with a host institution at Bildungscampus Heilbronn and jointly develop your research proposal. (You can use the institution contact form if you need DAAD to facilitate contact).
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Are you an outstanding international postdoctoral researcher or a PhD candidate finalizing your dissertation in Artificial Intelligence? Do you want to conduct your research in a dynamic ecosystem that bridges academic excellence with industry innovation? The DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowship is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis, offering an exceptional opportunity to advance your work in Germany.
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has launched this fellowship to attract global talent to Heilbronn’s rapidly expanding AI network. Supported by institutions across the Bildungscampus Heilbronn and the broader innovation network, the programme provides funding for research stays of 1 to 12 months. This initiative not only supports scientific advancement but also encourages technology transfer and real-world AI applications.
If you are ready to join a leading European hub for AI research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, read on to discover the eligibility criteria, host institutions, financial benefits, and how to submit a strong application.
| Provider | German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) |
| Location | Heilbronn, Germany |
| Program Type | Research Fellowship |
| Study Level | Postdoctoral / Final-year PhD Candidates |
| Funding | €2,800/month + allowances |
| Duration | 1 to 12 months |
| Open To | International Researchers |
| Deadline | Rolling (submit 4 months before start) |
The research stay must be carried out at one of the following universities or research institutions located on the Bildungscampus Heilbronn:
No, you are not eligible if you have resided in Germany at any point during the 15 months immediately prior to submitting your application.
Do I need to submit an IELTS or TOEFL certificate?No official language certificate is required. However, you must have very good English skills to successfully conduct your research. Your academic host in Germany must explicitly confirm in their invitation letter that your language proficiency is sufficient for the project.
Can the fellowship duration be extended?Generally, the fellowship cannot be extended beyond the maximum duration of 12 months. Special circumstances may only be considered on an individual basis by the DAAD.
When preparing your application via the DAAD portal, you will need to upload the following documents (in English, scanned in non-certified form, PDF format):
Online application form.
Full curriculum vitae in tabular form (max. 3 pages).
List of publications (max. 10 pages), if applicable.
Letter of motivation (1-2 pages) addressing what you hope to gain from the project in Germany.
A research proposal, jointly developed by you and the host in Germany (2-3 pages).
Schedule of planned research work.
One recent reference detailing your qualifications.
Invitation letter and confirmation from the academic host in Germany.
Declaration from the scientific supervisor in Germany on safety-relevant and ethical aspects of the research project.
To be eligible for the DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowships, you must meet all of the following requirements:
You must be an international PhD candidate in the final year before your dissertation defense OR a postdoctoral researcher who obtained a PhD/doctorate no more than five years prior to the application deadline.
You must have a strong academic background in Artificial Intelligence or a related field.
You must be affiliated with a university or non-university research institution.
You must have resided outside Germany for the entire 15 months immediately preceding the submission of your application.
You must possess very good English language skills (no official certificate is mandatory, but proficiency is essential).
German skills may be applicable depending on the project.
Your academic host in Germany must confirm in their invitation letter that your language skills are sufficient to realize the planned project.
A monthly fellowship instalment of €2,800.
Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance cover.
A lump sum towards international travel costs.
Potential family benefits (for fellowships exceeding six months, assessed individually).
Support for additional costs arising from a disability or chronic illness (assessed individually).
If you are interested in applying for the DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowships, follow these steps carefully:
Establish Contact: Connect with a host institution at Bildungscampus Heilbronn and jointly develop your research proposal. (You can use the institution contact form if you need DAAD to facilitate contact).
Register: Create an account in the DAAD portal.
Request Recommendation: Generate the recommendation form in the portal, send it to your referee to complete, and upload the signed copy.
Submit Online: Fill out the application form, upload all required documents as PDFs, and submit your application.
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