The Austrian Government OeAD Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants are prestigious awards designed to support international researchers who have previously studied or conducted research in Austria. Named after the renowned Austrian physicist and philosopher Ernst Mach, these grants are administered by the Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and Research (OeAD). They aim to facilitate the continuation of academic and scientific collaborations between Austria and the researchers’ home countries.
The primary objective of the Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants is to strengthen the research ties that were established during the recipients’ initial stay in Austria. By providing financial support, these grants allow researchers to return to Austria to deepen their research, develop new projects, and collaborate with Austrian institutions. This opportunity helps foster long-term partnerships and enhances the internationalization of Austrian research institutions.
The grants are open to researchers from all academic disciplines who have previously received an Austrian Government scholarship or have participated in an exchange program in Austria. Applicants must demonstrate the relevance of their proposed research project and its potential impact on both their home country and Austria. The selection process is competitive, with candidates evaluated based on the quality and feasibility of their research proposals, as well as their academic achievements.
Recipients of the Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants receive funding that covers living expenses, travel costs, and research-related expenses for a period of up to nine months. This financial support enables researchers to fully immerse themselves in their work and take advantage of the resources and expertise available at Austrian research institutions. Additionally, the grant fosters academic mobility by encouraging researchers to engage in international conferences, workshops, and other scholarly activities.
One of the key benefits of the Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants is the opportunity for researchers to continue building their professional networks in Austria. By collaborating with Austrian scholars and institutions, grant recipients can access cutting-edge research facilities, participate in joint publications, and contribute to the advancement of their respective fields. These experiences not only enhance the researchers’ academic profiles but also promote the exchange of knowledge and ideas between Austria and their home countries.
The Austrian Government OeAD Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants are valuable opportunities for international researchers to return to Austria and further their academic collaborations. By providing financial support and fostering long-term partnerships, these grants contribute to the global exchange of knowledge, strengthen Austria’s position in the international research community, and support the ongoing development of innovative research projects.
At the time of taking up the grant at least 5 years must have passed since the last scholarship-supported study or research stay in Austria.
Targets
- To promote scientific secondary growth
- To promote scientific cooperation
- To build a sustainable network of academics with relation to Austria
Benefits
- Monthly grant
- Accident and health insurance If necessary.
- Accommodation
- Scholarship holders will receive a travel costs subsidy
Requirements For The Austrian Government OeAD Ernst Mach Follow-up Grants
- Maximum age: 50 years
- For the application deadline February 1, 2024: Born on or after February 1, 1973
- For the application deadline November 1, 2024: Born on or after November 1, 1973
- Applicants must not have studied/pursued research/pursued academic work in Austria in the last six months before taking up the grant.
- Grants in this programme can only be applied for every 5 years
Selection Process
During the selection process the following criteria are examined and assessed:
- Purpose of your stay
- Why did you choose the specific target institution in Austria?
- Added value of the stay for the partner countries concerned (establishment and/or continuation of institutional cooperation)
- Prior teaching and research activities
Application Documents
The following documents have to be uploaded together with the online application at www.scholarships.at:
- Consent of the academic partner in Austria
- Scan of your passport (page with the name and photo)
- Proof of employment by the home institution
- Curriculum Vitae
- Scan of university graduation certificate of PhD or doctoral studies
Method of Application
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024.
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