Teach@Tübingen Fellowship

The Teach@Tübingen fellowship is a good opportunity for international early career scholars to familiarize themselves with research and teaching at a German university. It aims to expand English-language instruction at the University of Tübingen. For the fellows, the program offers the opportunity to gain teaching experience, to establish international networks, and to broaden their individual research horizons.

Target Group

Postdocs (up to 4 years after completing their doctorate), preferably from strategically important partner universities of the University of Tübingen
Focus on researchers whose academic career has mainly taken place outside of Germany
Dissertation should not have been completed in Germany
Applicants should have worked outside of Germany for the last two years prior to their application

Requirements

Affiliation with a host chair
Presence in Tübingen during the fellowship
Teaching: 2–6 hours per week per semester, in English or a foreign language, must be made public, broad target group, no replacement of basic courses, compulsory attendance
Participation in Science Compass, fellow workshop, semester opening of the college of fellows, and certificate ceremony is mandatory
Teaching quality is central to the selection process

Scope of Funding

1. Scholarship

Postdocs: €1,853/month

2. Teaching assignments

2–6 hours per week per semester
Remuneration: €50/hour (for at least 5 students)
Payment at the end of the semester

3. Travel expense reimbursement

Up to €1,500 for travel to and from Tübingen
Reimbursable: economy flight, 2nd class train, public transport
No relocation costs or travel expenses for family members

4. Child allowance

1st child: €400/month
Each additional child: €100/month

Tender cycle

Every half year

Deadlines

May 1st to June 20th for stays starting in April of the following year

October 1st to November 20th for stays starting in October of the following year