Clausthal University of Technology supports PostDocs in early career stages (apply by 31 Aug 2025)
Clausthal University of Technology provides start-up funding (for max. 3 yrs and max. 300k€) to support researchers in the early stages of their careers to develop academic independence and their own research profile. The funding provides a basis for independently preparing an application for publicly funded open-topic research projects. A corresponding application has to be submitted at the end of the funding period.
The research project should be in line with the research profile and the key topic of Circular Economy of the Clausthal University of Technology. Applicants can seek advise from the Research Service during the application preparation, particularly with regard to cost calculation/personnel expenses and possible follow-up projects. The funded scientist should be integrated into the academic structures of Clausthal University of Technology. Interdisciplinary support and a program for individual and personal (career) development is provided by the Graduate Academy.
Applications need to be submitted by 31 August 2025 to the PostDoc-Office of TU Clausthal (postdoc-office@tu-clausthal.de) For further info on the application criteria check out the homepage.
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Applications are accepted from early-career researchers (with 1-3 years of postdoctoral experience), preferably from outside Clausthal University of Technology. A very good doctorate in a suitable discipline is expected as well as evidence of excellent scientific achievements, e.g. excellent publications in suitable media, awards or initial third-party funding experience.
A convincing research concept must be submitted, containing detailed information on the planned follow-up application with milestones and links/networking potential to existing research at Clausthal University of Technology. Very good English language skills are required and ideally international experiences in a scientific context are already gained.
Evaluation criteria
- Qualification and competence of the applicant.
- Innovative approach, originality of the research topic.
- Quality of the research concept, thematic fit with the scientific profile of Clausthal University of Technology and future development opportunities.
- Suitability of the topic for the intended third-party funding.
- Project organization and milestone planning.