Schmidt Science Fellows 2027

Schmidt Science Fellows seeks to create a new generation of scientific leaders through a combination of a postdoctoral fellowship.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 24, 2026
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorSchmidt Science
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• $110,000 a year
• Science Leadership Training and Mentorship
• Lifelong Fellowship.

Requirements

In order to be eligible for nomination to the Schmidt Science Fellows application process, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Conduct their graduate degree in the natural sciences, engineering, math, or computing
• Expect to complete all of the requirements for the conferral of their doctorate in one of these fields between 1 May 2026 and 30 June 2027.
• Be nominated by a designated official at one of the nominating partner institutions.
• Being a Doctoral Candidate at the Technical University of Munich.

Application Documents

1. Motivation letter for application (one page) showcasing the candidate's academic achievements, motivations and programmatic fit (refer to to the Schmidt Science Fellows selection criteria);
2. Curriculum vitae, incl. publications, patents, scientific awards
3. Summary of the dissertation
4. Support letter from the doctoral supervisor

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Please submit your application documents in one single PDF-file to the TUM Graduate School Management Office via e-mail to [email protected].

For more information, kindly visit the Schmidt Science Fellows webpage.