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Collaborative Research Center SFB 884 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Political Economy

Postdoctoral fellowship at DFG Collaborative Research Center 'Political Economy of Reforms' studying democratic backsliding, populist voting behavior, and fiscal reforms.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Completed PhD in Political Science, Economics, or Sociology
English language proficiency: Academic English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not applicable
Thesis / Research statement: Two published or forthcoming articles in top international peer-reviewed journals
Recommendation letters: Three academic reference contacts

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: 100% TV-L E13 postdoctoral contract (€56,000–€62,000 gross/year) for 2 years
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (salaried academic appointment)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official University of Mannheim documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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