Leuphana University Scholarship in Political Psychology and Comparative Public Opinion 2027

Leuphana University of Lüneburg, Germany, is inviting applications for a postdoctoral research scholarship at its Chair for Political Culture Research, within the Department of Political Science and the Center for the Study of Democracy.

The fellowship supports a three-year postdoctoral research project focusing on comparative public opinion, political psychology and/or political behaviour. The selected researcher will have the opportunity to develop an independent research project, contribute to academic discussions and collaborate with scholars within the university's political science community.

The successful candidate will also participate in departmental teaching activities, including tutorials and academic advisory services for undergraduate and graduate students. Additional responsibilities include taking part in the university's research colloquium and academic qualification programme.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorLeuphana University of Lüneburg
• City to studyLower Saxony
• School to studyLeuphana University of Lüneburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The scholarship is worth € 2,000 monthly (plus child benefits, if applicable).

Requirements

The opportunity is open to highly qualified early-career researchers from all nationalities who:

• Are highly qualified young academics with a doctoral degree in a social science discipline working in the above-mentioned research field. Have research interests and experience in comparative public opinion, political psychology or political behaviour.

• Can develop a substantial independent postdoctoral research project.

• Are willing to contribute up to 10 hours per week to teaching and academic advisory activities.

Applicants who have already obtained a postdoctoral qualification are not eligible. Previous periods of alternative financial support will be considered when determining the fellowship duration.

Application Documents

Please send your application as a pdf document (only one attachment including all enclosures) marked “Political Culture” via electronic mail, including the following documents:

• Informal cover letter
• CV including your previous research activities and study courses
• Documentary proof of a doctoral degree earned at a recognized university or any equivalent qualification
• Relevant certificates regarding the academic qualification and successfully completed academic examinations
• Exposé of the intended postdoctoral research project comprising three to five pages, incl. a working title
• A list of the major publications of the last three years
• Please note: All relevant university degree certificates and transcripts of record attached to your application have to be submitted in German or English.

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Address for scholarship applications:

  Email: [email protected]

  Student Services

For more information, kindly visit the Leuphana webpage.