Germany · Fellowship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Centre for the Study of Culture and Societal Change Postdoctoral Fellowship

Two-year postdoctoral fellowship investigating post-socialist transformation, regional socio-economic polarization, and memory politics in Central and Eastern Europe.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Completed PhD in Sociology, History, Cultural Studies, or Political Science
English language proficiency: Academic English or German fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not applicable
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral dissertation summary, sample publication, and 5-page research plan
Recommendation letters: Three academic reference letters

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

Financial support / stipend: Full 100% TV-L E13 postdoctoral salary (€58,000–€64,000 gross/year) for 2 years
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (salaried academic role)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 28, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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

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