Applications are officially open for the Max Planck Doucet Scholarship 2026, a prestigious 3-month research fellowship hosted by the Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory in Frankfurt. This fully funded opportunity supports early-career researchers, particularly those based outside Frankfurt, with a focus on applicants from Latin America.
The fellowship runs from January 5 to March 31, 2026, offering scholars the chance to explore topics related to colonial legal history using the renowned Doucet Collection. There is no application fee, and all essential expenses are covered.
Program Overview
- Host Country: Germany
- City: Frankfurt
- Duration: 3 Months
- Dates: January 5 – March 31, 2026
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Deadline: September 15, 2025
What the Scholarship Covers
- Monthly living stipend
- Travel costs to/from Germany
- Housing fees
- Access to research facilities and academic resources
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to applicants from any country
- Preference given to young researchers from Latin America
- Must reside outside of Frankfurt
- Research proposal must focus on colonial law
- Clear intention to use the Doucet Collection
- Application language: English or Spanish
Required Application Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Project Description (Research proposal)
- Motivation Letter (Explain your interest and relevance to Doucet Collection)
How to Apply
Submit your complete application online via the official Max Planck Institute website.
For inquiries, contact: sekduve@lhlt.mpg.de
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