Event Details

End: December 1, 2019
Contact: fellowships@ghi-dc.org
More Info: https://www.ghi-dc.org/fellowships-programs/fellowships-grants/long-term-visiting-fellowships-at-the-ghi.html?L=0

The German Historical Institute (GHI), Washington, DC, is now accepting applications for its long-term visiting fellow program. The fellowships will be granted for a period of 6- to 12-months in the following thematic areas: History of Family and Kinship; History of Knowledge; History of Migration; History of Race & Ethnicity; History of Religion and Religiosity; History of the Americas. The fellowship term begins September 1, 2020. The Fellow is expected to be in residence in Washington, DC, and participate in GHI activities and events. The Fellow will have the opportunity to make use of the resources in the Washington metropolitan area, including the Library of Congress and the National Archives, while pursuing his or her own research. Travel within the U.S. to work in archives and libraries will also be possible. Candidates doing original research for a dissertation or a second book project will be given preference. 

To apply please send the following materials (preferably items 2-6 as a combined pdf) to fellowships@ghi-dc.org by December 1, 2019: An application form; A brief cover letter; Curriculum vitae; A copy of your most recent diploma or transcripts; Project description (5 pages or 2,000 words max); Research schedule for the fellowship; At least one letter of reference (preferably sent separately).