CATS Fellowship 2026/2027 for Postdoctoral Researchers and Practitioners (Monthly Stipend)
The CATS Fellowship, hosted by the Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik in Berlin, offers competitive fellowships for the 2026–2027 funding cycle. It targets postdoctoral researchers, think tank experts, and practitioners focused on Turkey-related issues, while also welcoming advanced PhD candidates with a strong research track record. The fellowship promotes policy-relevant research and fosters collaboration between scholars and decision-makers.
Fellows will engage in high-quality publications and contribute to academic and policy debates through the CATS research network. The program covers key thematic areas such as digitalisation, critical raw materials, energy transition, and foreign policy in a changing geopolitical context.
Eligibility
Open to postdoctoral researchers, think tank experts, and advanced PhD candidates with a strong research background. Applicants must submit a comprehensive application in English or German, including a cover letter, research proposal, CV, and academic transcripts.
Benefits
Fellowship duration of six to twelve months, monthly stipend of €3,000, additional funding for research trips, and coverage of travel costs to and from Berlin.
