New call for applications for funding programmes at the Zukunftskolleg

The Zukunftkolleg has just published calls for applications for several funding programmes open to all non-tenured researchers of the University of Konstanz. Application deadline for all programmes is 15 February 2022.

The followig programmes are offered:

Independent Research Grant (open to all non-tenured researchers of the Univ. of Konstanz. Researchers in the early phase of their career are especially encouraged to apply.)
The funding programme aims to promote independent research by postdocs at the University of Konstanz. In particular, we encourage applications to support exploration of new ideas and in carrying out pilot projects. The grant may cover consumables, equipment, travel costs and student research assistants.

Mentorship Programme (open to all non-tenured researchers of the University of Konstanz)
The programme enables non-tenured researchers at the University of Konstanz (postdoctoral researchers, junior professors, research group leaders etc.) to network with distinguished colleagues both in Germany and abroad, and to maintain these contacts.

Interdisciplinary Collaborative Projects (open to all non-tenured researchers of the University of Konstanz)
The programme aims to promote research collaborations between non-tenured researchers (postdoctoral researchers, junior professors, research group leaders etc.). An interdisciplinary research project gives grant holders the opportunity to identify and explore new, innovative and/or risky research perspectives with neighbouring disciplines and across disciplines.

Transdepartmental Collaborative Teaching (open to all non-tenured researchers of the University of Konstanz)
The programme aims to promote the development of new teaching courses and expand departmental syllabi. It gives grant holders the opportunity to explore new, innovative topics in teaching and to further develop their teaching skills and teaching approach across disciplines.

Intersectoral Cooperative Programme (open to all non-tenured researchers of the University of Konstanz)
The programme aims to develop cooperations between non-tenured researchers (postdoctoral researchers, junior professors, research group leaders etc.) and the non-academic sector. Grants will be given to support cooperations that foster joint research projects with industrial partners, companies, social institutions, cultural institutions, archives, public bodies, or non-profit organisations.

For questions please contact Anda Lohan: anda.lohan@uni-konstanz.de