Goethe-Institut Fellowship at the documenta archiv 2026 (Germany)

On the Move; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A renowned cultural organization is offering a fellowship in Germany for international scholars, artists, and curators to research and present their results. The program lasts six months in Kassel, focuses on transdisciplinary themes in the arts, and requires knowledge of German at the C1 level. This fellowship includes a monthly funding of 2,000 EUR and supports in visa applications and travel allowances. Candidates should demonstrate relevant research competency and presentation skills.

Leistungen

2,000 EUR funding per month

Travel allowances available

Support for visa applications

Qualifikationen

• Applicants need to demonstrate knowledge of the German language, ideally at the C1 level.
• Ideal for individuals with research backgrounds in artistic and academic contexts.
• Experience presenting research results is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Work in Kassel for six months on selected topics.
• Engage with international scholars and artists during the fellowship.
• Participate in research and event programming at the awarding institutions.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of the German language (C1)

Research competency in visual arts and design

Ability to engage in transdisciplinary research

Presentation skills for research results

Jobbeschreibung

Goethe-Institut Fellowship at the documenta archiv 2026 (Germany)

In-person mobility

Open for: Individuals Artists, Curators, Researchers & Critics Visual Arts & Design

Goethe-Institut and documenta archiv | documenta und Museum Fridericianum gGmbH will be awarding two fellowships to international scholars, artists, and curators taking place from May 2026 to October 2026. This call for applications is particularly extended to researchers from contexts which have received scarce representation in the local artistic and academic scene. The awardees will be invited to work in Kassel for six months on a topic which opens up new perspectives on documenta and its transnational links while drawing on the abundant holdings available at documenta archiv.

Fellows will benefit from a working environment featuring material and object availability, interaction with scholars and artists on site, active involvement in the research and event programming of the awarding institutions, as well as organisational and professional support. Presentation of research results in Kassel as well as in publication/publishing forums with international visibility is desired.

This Goethe-Fellowship at documenta archiv allows for transdisciplinary research into a broad range of issues in aesthetics, art, and contemporary history along the documenta exhibitions. It is also possible to examine themes involving individual actors or groups, curatorial and artistic practices, and/or the mechanisms of art production, presentation, and reception with a view to documenta. This programme aims to provide a venue to critically reflect on Western European-/North American-influenced discourses as well as to develop alternative perspectives.

Applicants need to demonstrate knowledge of the German language, ideally at the C1 level, and applications from researchers based in Germany or in German-speaking countries cannot be considered.

Funding will be provided in the amount of 2,000 EUR per month. A health insurance policy must be in place at the fellow’s own costs; proof of coverage must be provided. Travel allowances are available. Goethe-Institut will provide fellows with support in applying for visas as well as other travel formalities for their country of origin. After arrival in Germany, documenta archiv will provide fellows with support in interacting with authorities, finding accommodation, etc.