With its Fulbright-Cottrell Award, the German-American Fulbright Commission in Berlin (Fulbright Germany) offers a unique opportunity for researcher-educators in the fields of physics, astronomy and chemistry (including biological systems). The Award recognizes outstanding scientists who strive to integrate their research and teaching activities, regarding them as interdependent.

Who can apply?

Junior group leaders and habilitated researchers (including junior professors,?Juniordozent:innen, and?Privatdozent:innen) working at a German university/research institute with teaching responsibilities in the core programs (Bachelor/Master) of chemistry, physics or astronomy are eligible for the award.

Application requirements

• German citizenship; in addition and exceptionally, other citizenship if applicant’s “center of life” (Lebensmittelpunkt) is in Germany
• Completed doctorate in chemistry, physics or astronomy, and currently at a stage in your postdoc phase?equivalent to?at least one year on tenure track
• Proven primary affiliation with a German university/research institute at which the project is hosted during the entire award period (3 years)
• Candidates should demonstrate independence in teaching and?research (for example, at least one independent publication and other such?independent scientific achievement documented in your application), have strong international experience in scientific research (collaboration in?culturally diverse?teams), and exhibit interest in both benefiting from and contributing to award-related transatlantic exchange?

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