The University of Konstanz’s Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality” invites applications for its Visiting Fellowship Programme for the 2026/27 academic year. The Cluster brings together researchers from political science, sociology, economics, linguistics, and related fields to study the causes and consequences of inequality — and how these inequalities are perceived, mobilised, and addressed by political actors.
This fellowship supports international scholars who want to advance new research on inequality while engaging with the Cluster’s vibrant, interdisciplinary community.
Host: Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality”, University of Konstanz
Funding: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) – Excellence Strategy
Fellowship Period: 2–6 months
Earliest Start: 1 October 2026
Latest End: 30 September 2027
Application Deadline: 31 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
Funding and Support
Each selected Visiting Fellow will receive:
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€6,000 per month for living and accommodation costs
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Up to €1,500 per month in research funds (for conferences, research assistants, fieldwork, etc.)
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Relocation support for travel to and from Konstanz (with limits)
Fellows are expected to live in Konstanz for the full duration of their stay and actively participate in Cluster events.
Expectations
During the fellowship, scholars will:
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Take part in the Cluster’s activities and seminars
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Present their work in the public In_equality Colloquium
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Share feedback and expertise with early-career researchers
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Carry out an independent research project aligned with the Cluster’s themes
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is open to:
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Researchers outside the University of Konstanz
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Scholars with an established track record and international visibility
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Researchers from any discipline relevant to inequality research
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Applicants whose work aligns with the Cluster’s research agenda
The programme welcomes a broad range of inequality studies, including education, income, wealth, environment, social rights, political participation, and related themes.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following through the Online Application Portal:
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Application Form (provided on the fellowship webpage)
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Research Proposal (max. 4 pages) including:
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Project contribution to the Cluster’s agenda
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Proposed timeline (2–6 months)
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Planned work packages and potential use of research funds
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Curriculum Vitae
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List of Publications
Selection Process
All applications are reviewed by the Cluster’s Board. Selection is based on:
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Academic excellence
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Relevance to the Cluster’s research programme
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Potential for collaboration and contribution to the community
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