Alexander von Humboldt & Goethe Postdoctoral Fellowship in Chemical Biology

Prestigious postdoctoral appointment collaborating with Goethe University's Institute of Biochemistry II on ubiquitin signaling pathways and chemical probe development.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Doctorate completed within the last 4 years with summa/magna cum laude honors
English language proficiency: Fluent English or German
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: High-impact publications in international chemistry or structural biology journals
Recommendation letters: Three letters of recommendation including doctoral advisor

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

Financial support / stipend: €2,670–€3,170/month tax-exempt stipend + family allowance + research costs
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (Postdoctoral research appointment)

Dates and verification

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

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Important verification note

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

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