Discover research residency opportunities in Hamburg and Kassel in 2026, offering up to €3,500 per month.

Are you a passionate researcher seeking to make a global impact in the social sciences or culture? Germany is opening its doors for 2026 with the prestigious CALAS-HIAS Fellowship, a collaboration between the Hamburg Institute for Advanced Study and the University of Kassel. This fellowship is more than just a grant; it’s an intensive six-month research residency offering complete creative freedom and research opportunities in the heart of Europe. Fully funded, including accommodation, travel, and a generous monthly stipend, you’ll be part of an international academic community tackling the major challenges of our time from an interdisciplinary perspective. If you’re ready to take your research to the world stage, Berlin and Hamburg await you.

1. Summary of the CALAS-HIAS 2026 Fellowship

Information	Details
Host country	Germany (Hamburg and Kassel)
Hosting entities	HIAS Institute, University of Kassel, and CALAS Center
Duration	6 months
Type of financing	Fully Funded
Application deadline	May 17, 2026 (49 days remaining)

2. Financial advantages and benefits (academic elite)

• Monthly salary: estimated to be between 2,500 and 3,500 euros (depending on academic level).
• Accommodation: Providing comfortable and well-equipped accommodation in Germany.
• Airfare tickets: Coverage of round-trip travel costs.
• Health insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage and support in visa procedures.
• Work environment: A private research office, full access to global libraries, and an invaluable academic network.

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3. Application requirements and required topics

Basic requirements:

• • Obtaining a PhD (post-doctoral level and above).
  • Strong academic record and prestigious international publications (up to 15 publications).

Priority topics for 2026:

1. 1. Tyranny and the decline of democracy.
   2. Feminism and anti-feminist discourses.
   3. Political economy and resource extraction.
   4. Cultural and artistic decline. (Proposals linking at least two themes are strongly preferred).

4. How to apply (technical steps)

1. Preparing the files: They must all be in PDF format and in English .
2. Research proposal: Drafting a proposal not exceeding 2,000 words that demonstrates the originality of the idea and the interdisciplinary nature of the work.
3. Teaching proposal: Since you will be studying at the University of Kassel or Bielefeld, a proposal for an innovative training course must be attached.
4. Academic partner: The name of a potential academic partner from one of Hamburg’s institutions should be mentioned to strengthen your application.