Published: 04 Nov 2026 5 views
The Schaufler Lab@TU Dresden, Germany, is inviting applications for a doctoral fellowship exploring the relationship between energy, culture, politics and society under its research theme, “Energy Cultures in Transition.”
The fellowship focuses on the political and social dimensions of global energy transformation. Research may examine how the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy influences international relations, global governance, labour movements, environmental justice and geopolitical power structures.
Successful candidates will conduct independent doctoral research in Political Science, International Relations or Political Sociology. They will also collaborate with researchers across the humanities, social sciences and STEM disciplines, engage in interdisciplinary projects with artists, and contribute to science communication and public outreach activities.
Monthly fellowship: €1,850.
Monthly material-cost allowance: €150.
Additional family allowance of €315 per child, where applicable.
Funding support for conference travel, subject to available project funds.
Access to research facilities, academic training, writing retreats and interdisciplinary research networks.
Applicants from all nationalities are welcome. Candidates must:
Hold an excellent Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Political Science or a related social science discipline.
Have relevant experience in social science research methods, International Politics and Social Movement Studies.
Demonstrate strong teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Have English proficiency at C1 level or above.
Completed online application form.
Motivation letter.
CV outlining your academic background.
Copy of your most recent university degree certificate.
Research proposal (maximum 20,000 characters), including a work and time schedule.
Family information (details of your family situation), where applicable.
Please send us your application documents, including the online application form, quoting the reference number s26-003, by November 24, 2026 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to [email protected]
OR TO:
TU Dresden, Schaufler Lab@TU Dresden, Prof. Dr. Anna Holzscheiter, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany.
Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.
For more information, kindly visit the TU Dresden webpage.
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