CALAS-HIAS Fellowship 2026, Germany (Fully Funded 6-Month Research Program)
The CALAS-HIAS Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious fully funded research opportunity for scholars and cultural professionals from Latin America and the Caribbean. Jointly offered by the Maria Sibylla Merian Center for Advanced Latin American Studies and the Hamburg Institute for Advanced Study, this program provides a six-month residency in Germany focused on interdisciplinary research.
Hosted across Hamburg and Kassel, the fellowship supports high-level academic work addressing critical global and regional challenges.
Fellowship Overview
Program Name: CALAS-HIAS Fellowship 2026
Host Institutions:
Hamburg Institute for Advanced Study
University of Kassel
Funded By: German research initiatives (Merian Centres)
Country: Germany
Duration: 6 months (Feb – July 2027)
Deadline: 17 May 2026
Eligibility: Latin American & Caribbean scholars
Program Structure
The fellowship is divided into two phases:
4 months at Hamburg Institute for Advanced Study (February – May 2027)
2 months at University of Kassel (June – July 2027)
Degree Level
- Fellowship
Available Subjects
The 2026–27 fellowship prioritizes interdisciplinary research on:
- Authoritarianism and democratic backsliding
- Feminism and anti-feminist rhetoric
- Extractivism and political economy
- Cultural and artistic regression
Note: Proposals connecting at least two themes are strongly preferred.
Benefits
The CALAS-HIAS Fellowship provides a comprehensive funding package, including:
- Monthly stipend (estimated €2,500 – €3,500)
- Accommodation in Germany
- Health insurance
- Visa support
- Return airfare
- Research workspace and library access
Note: Fellows may also use funding to cover teaching replacements at their home institution.
Eligible Nationalities
Applicants must be:
- Nationals of Latin American or Caribbean countries
Note: Applicants from other regions are not eligible, even if their research focuses on Latin America.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
- Hold a PhD (postdoctoral level or above)
- Demonstrate international academic visibility
- Have relevant publications in the field
- Be proficient in English and Spanish
- Submit a strong interdisciplinary research proposal
Note: Exceptional artists and cultural professionals without a PhD may also apply.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted online through the official CALAS-HIAS portal.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter (aligned with fellowship themes)
- Academic CV (max 2 pages, up to 15 publications)
- Research proposal (max 2,000 words)
- Course proposal (for teaching at Kassel)
- PhD certificate
Note: All documents must be submitted in PDF format (English).
Selection Criteria
Selection is highly competitive and based on:
- Academic excellence and research track record
- Interdisciplinary strength of the proposal
- Alignment with fellowship themes
- Feasibility of research plan
- Quality of teaching/course proposal
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 17 May 2026
- Results Announcement: Mid-July 2026
- Fellowship Start: 1 February 2027
Why Choose the CALAS-HIAS Fellowship?
This fellowship stands out because it:
- Offers fully funded research residency in Germany
- Supports interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research
- Provides access to leading academic institutions
- Encourages collaboration across global research networks
