The Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT) in Germany, through the DAAD Graduate School Scholarship Programme (GSSP), is offering four (4) fully funded doctoral scholarships for 2021/2022 to scholars from Sub-Saharan Africa.
The research theme focuses on: "Adaptation of marine socio-ecological systems to changing environments."
Scholarship Value and Benefits
- Monthly stipend of €1,200 per month (granted for up to 4 years, subject to annual evaluation).
- International travel allowance.
- Combined health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage.
- Annual research allowance of €460 per year.
- A preparatory intensive German language course starting in Summer 2021.
- Optional family allowances where applicable (approx. €200 per child and €275 marriage allowance monthly).
- Field research stays abroad (up to 25% of the total scholarship period).
Eligibility Criteria
- Must originate from Sub-Saharan Africa (female researchers are strongly encouraged to apply).
- Hold a Master's degree (equivalent to a German Diplom, Magister, or Master) completed no more than six (6) years before March 2021.
- Must not have resided in Germany for more than 15 months prior to March 2021.
Three-Step Application Process
- Step 1 (Pre-selection by ZMT): Contact a ZMT workgroup leader beforehand to discuss and get approval for your 2-page doctoral project concept. Then submit your application by December 20, 2020 via the ZMT online application portal (subject to GDPR rules). Include your CV (max 2 pages), approved 2-page concept note, letter of support from the ZMT workgroup leader, two reference letters using the official DAAD template, a 1-page motivation letter, and your Bachelor's/Master's certificates.
- Step 2 (Proposal & Interview): Shortlisted candidates will be invited to develop a 5 to 10-page project proposal and present it to the ZMT selection committee via video interview.
- Step 3 (DAAD Nomination): Final nominees will submit their formal application on the DAAD portal.
Visit the official ZMT DAAD Scholarship webpage for full details.
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