Secure a Fully Funded Post‑Doc in STEM at KTBF Germany – Deadline Oct 1



Are you a passionate early‑career researcher in STEM? The Klaus Tschira Boost Fund, run by the German Scholars Organization (GSO) and funded by the Klaus Tschira Foundation, offers up to €120,000 over two years to support bold, interdisciplinary post‑doctoral research and help you take control of your academic path. This fellowship fosters training, networking, and independence—empowering a new generation of scientific leaders. ↚

 Secure a Fully Funded Post‑Doc in STEM at KTBF Germany – Deadline Oct 1

 What the Fellowship Offers

  • Funding: Up to €120,000 over 24 months
  • Salary Cap: Up to €67,000 gross per year for the fellow (€134,000 total), with remaining funds for staff, materials, travel, conferences 
  • Professional Development: Four-part career workshops, mentoring, and exclusive alumni network access 
  • Impact: Join a cohort of 15 post‑doctoral fellows nationally 

 Who Should Apply

Ideal candidates are post‑doctoral researchers who:

  • Are based at public universities, HAW, Fraunhofer, Max Planck, Leibniz, Helmholtz, DLR, or EMBL in Germany by project start
  • Conduct non‑clinical research in Biology, Chemistry, Geosciences, Computer Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, or Physics
  • Do not hold a permanent position or previous junior group leadership funding (e.g. ERC Starting, Emmy Noether)
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 Why It Matters

  • Research Freedom: Funding empowers independence and creativity in high-risk, interdisciplinary research 
  • Speed Up Your Career: Professional guidance and a premier network support career advancement
  • Generous Package: Comprehensive support covers salary, project costs, travel, and professional growth 
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Timeline & How to Apply

  • Deadline: October 1, 2025 at 23:59 CEST 
  • Project Start Window: Between 1 May and 1 October 2026 
  • Application Process:
  • Register online starting June 2, 2025
  • Submit project proposal, budget plan, CV, references, and host institution confirmation via GSO portal 
  • Attend a webinar on How to Apply (7 July 2025, 16:00 CEST via Zoom)

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