Klaus Tschira Boost Fund (KTBF) Scholarship 2025, Germany

Description

Are you a postdoctoral researcher in the natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, or interdisciplinary fields? The Klaus Tschira Boost Fund (KTBF) offers a unique funding opportunity to accelerate your academic independence and career growth. Applications for the KT Boost Fund 7 are now open from June 2, 2025 until October 1, 2025.

Degree Level

Klaus Tschira Boost Fund (KTBF) Scholarship 2025, Germany is available to undertake Post Doctorate, Research level programs at Germany Universities.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Natural Sciences
• Mathematics
• Computer Science

The Klaus Tschira Boost Fund, jointly organized by GSO e.V. (Guidance, Skills & Opportunities for Researchers) and the Klaus Tschira Stiftung, supports early-career researchers with:

1. Flexible research funding up to €120,000 over two years
2. Career development workshops
3. Personalized coaching and mentoring
4. Access to the prestigious AlumNode research and leadership network

The goal is to foster independent, risky, and interdisciplinary projects in areas such as:

1. Biology
2. Chemistry
3. Computer Science
4. Geosciences
5. Mathematics
6. Neurosciences
7. Physics

Benefits

Selected fellows will benefit from:

1. A four-part workshop series on:
2. Linking purpose and career
3. Effective management
4. Self-care
5. Leadership capacity
6. Access to GSO’s personal career coaching
7. Lifetime membership in AlumNode, focusing on:
8. Research collaborations
9. Peer mentoring
10. Science communication and advocacy

Eligible Nationalities

Open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

1. Be a postdoctoral researcher in a relevant field (natural sciences, math, computer science, or interdisciplinary research)
2. Have completed your PhD
3. Propose an independent, high-risk, or interdisciplinary project
4. Be willing to engage in career development workshops and mentoring
5. Be affiliated with a German research institution or have a confirmed host

International postdocs are welcome to apply as long as they will be hosted at a German institution.

Application Procedure

1. Applications are only accepted online via the GSO application portal
2. Familiarize yourself with the application form before submission.
3. Review the following documents:
4. KTB 7 Program Info
5. Application Guide & FAQ
6. Terms & Conditions
7. Budget Plan Template

Download all necessary materials from the official KT Boost Fund webpage

Why Apply?

The Klaus Tschira Boost Fund is more than just a research grant—it’s a comprehensive career accelerator for scientists ready to take bold steps toward independence, innovation, and international impact. With its generous funding, networking, and developmental resources, it’s one of Germany’s most prestigious postdoctoral fellowships.