Trialect

Fellowship

Letter Of Intent Deadline:

Dec 31, 2024

Final Deadline:

Dec 31, 2024

Funding Amount:

Varies

5 awards available. On top of the monthly stipend, the fellowship covers seminars, travel allowances, individual and personal support.

Host Details

Affiliation: Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds

Address: Schusterstraße 46-48, 55116 Mainz, Germany

Website URL: https://www.bifonds.de/fellowships-grants/md-fellowships.html

Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.

Questions and Answers

Commonly asked questions about this funding opportunity from the host and other attendees.

How strict is the three-month deadline?

Due to the peer-review process by which your application is assessed, we are usually only able to consider applications that reach us at least three months before the proposed change of location and start of research at the host laboratory. In exceptional circumstances, please do not hesitate to contact us. If you have already relocated to a host laboratory, you are not eligible to apply for an MD fellowship.

Can I apply for an MD fellowship if my proposed research stay is to occur after I have taken the third section of the medical examination (3. Abschnitt der Ärztlichen Prüfung)?

No, this is not possible. Your research stay must occur before you complete your medical studies.

Are there exceptions to the rule allowing a maximum of eight years between university entrance qualification and application deadline?

Exceptions can be made in certain cases (i.e. children, prolonged illness, apprenticeship prior to university studies) after consultation with the Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds.

What is the minimum duration of my research stay?

The minimum duration of research at a new host laboratory is ten consecutive months. Hence, you are not eligible to apply if, for example, you plan to work on your project for six months at your home institution in Germany and six months in a host laboratory at another location. This usually entails that you must put your studies on hold for more than one semester.

How can I apply for an MD fellowship extension?

MD fellowship holders can apply for an extension of up to 6 months. You need to submit your application 2 months before the end of your fellowship. You should, however, contact us ahead of this deadline to receive information on the application process.