{"id":3586,"date":"2024-05-13T11:02:18","date_gmt":"2024-05-13T09:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postdoc-network-brandenburg.de\/?page_id=3586"},"modified":"2024-09-16T11:12:39","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T09:12:39","slug":"faq-pnb-research-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.postdoc-network-brandenburg.de\/en\/grant-announcements\/information-for-pnb-research-group\/faq-pnb-research-group\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ: PNB Research Group"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<header id=\"article-header-block_9448ef6df7310fe68c622a9d4e12cee1\" class=\"article-header entry-header\">\n\t<h1 class=\"article-headline\">FAQ: PNB Research Group<\/h1>\n\t<p class=\"article-teaser\">The following FAQs were compiled assisting applicants in submitting a PNB Research Group proposal to the PNB. They provide information and serve to complement existing guidelines and instructions.<br \/>\r\nWe define postdocs as scientists with a doctorate up to and including the qualifying professorship or until a permanent decision is made to pursue a career outside of academic research. Postdocs submitting a PNB Research Group proposal must be able to demonstrate two years of postdoctoral research in a national or international context.<br \/>\r\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Eligibility requirements<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-1\">\n            Who can apply?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Experienced national and international postdoctoral researchers &#8211; without a completed habilitation &#8211; exclusively from the Life Sciences, Natural Sciences and Engineering Sciences as defined by the DFG (German Research Foundation) can apply for a PNB Research Group.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfg.de\/resource\/blob\/331950\/85717c3edb9ea8bd453d5110849865d3\/fachsystematik-2024-2028-en-data.pdf\">https:\/\/www.dfg.de\/resource\/blob\/331950\/85717c3edb9ea8bd453d5110849865d3\/fachsystematik-2024-2028-en-data.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Proposals with an interdisciplinary character are explicitly welcomed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-2\">\n            What are the Eligibility requirements?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_eee20df46e26e30571d243c75b9df578\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><ul>\n<li>National and international researchers, who have completed their doctorate and have at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience can submit a proposal if they are seeking an academic career.<\/li>\n<li>There is no age restriction. However, the doctorate (date of the oral defense) must not have taken place more than 6 years ago. Periods of child-raising can be recognized as well as other reasons for absence.<\/li>\n<li>Researchers who already finished their Habilitation are not eligible.<\/li>\n<li>Applications must be <u>complete<\/u>, and have to be written in English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><u>complete:<\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>CV<\/li>\n<li>copies of academic certificates and documents<\/li>\n<li>publication list<\/li>\n<li>list of conducted courses\/lectures<\/li>\n<li>list of externally funded projects (third party funding)<\/li>\n<li>contact details of at least two unbiased referees without common publications during the last two years. These referees have to be outstanding experts in the applicant\u2019s research field.<\/li>\n<li>outline of the proposed research project tailored to the research profile of the chosen university (no page limit)<\/li>\n<li>letter of support from the head of the chosen department of the host university<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Questions concerning CV<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-1\">\n            Are there any formal templates for the CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>There is no template, however, the font should not be smaller than Arial, 11 pt, with line spacing of no less than 1.1.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-2\">\n            What happens to my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>In the course of the proposal submission, review and decision-making process, the CV passes through the same stages as the proposal. The CV will be forwarded as submitted, i.e. including all information, to external reviewers and panel members.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-3\">\n            Should I mention my maternal\/parental leave in my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, you should definitely include these leaves in your CV.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-4\">\n            Can I indicate that I have been ill for an extended period of time and that this has caused a delay in the development of my academic career?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, long-term illnesses of at least three months per year can be listed in your CV. If applicable, state the period of illness as well as periods of academic inactivity, part-time work or restricted work. You should provide information how your academic work was affected by the illness, it is not necessary to provide details of the disease itself.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-5\">\n            Do I have to include a certificate from my university about my dissertation and the doctoral examination with my application?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_b03393b2db2ec99af0964883e8c943d7\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, you must include a doctoral certificate together with your application. In addition, you must be able to demonstrate two years of postdoctoral research.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-1\">\n            How long is the processing time?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The current average processing time for an application is about 4 months.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-2\">\n            How do I find out whether my proposal has been awarded or rejected?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_13f6a350b016ef351d3d96eeb02db083\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>All applicants will be notified by the PNB head office of an award or a rejection.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE SELECTION PROCESS<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-1\">\n            What happens to my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>In the course of the proposal submission, review and decision-making process, the CV passes through the same stages as the proposal. The CV is forwarded as submitted, i.e. including all information, to external reviewers and panel members.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-2\">\n            Why are contact details of two potential references needed?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Complete proposals will be externally reviewed by experts and points are given based on a set of predefined criteria. This evaluation assesses the<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>quality of the project<\/li>\n<li>qualifications and expertise of the applicant<\/li>\n<li>the quality and uniqueness of the objectives and work plan<\/li>\n<li>the feasibility of the proposed project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A ranking list will be composed based on these results and the most promising candidates will be invited to an (online) interview.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-3\">\n            Who reviews the proposals?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The selection panel consists of 5 members: 4 representatives of the Brandenburg universities and one external expert who will meet in person. This panel will examine the reviewer\u2019s selection, assist in the online interviews and will ultimately identify the one project, which will be recommended for funding. A balanced gender ratio and a diversity of disciplines within the selection committee is taken into account.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-4\">\n            How are the proposals reviewed?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The proposals are rated based on academic excellence of the applicants, as well as on the originality and quality of the project. The selection panel reviews the proposals on the basis of a set of criteria. Points are awarded for different criteria.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-5\">\n            How are the proposals selected?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_4bbb5a02db7bbdc1db271949b9b2dfb4\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>An overall score is determined for each proposal. Only proposals that have scored the highest number of points will be recommended for funding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE RESEARCH PROJECT<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-1\">\n            Are there formal requirements for the project description?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>There is no template, however, the font should not be smaller than Arial, 11 pt, with line spacing of no less than 1.1.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-2\">\n            Do I have to include a timeline?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_025102bce1dc2db363bafcebe80ef929\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, a timeline can be included in the description of the research project.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE CONTRACT<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-1\">\n            Is there some flexibility in starting a PNB position?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, the PNB offers flexibility. If a possible candidate is still employed in another short-term position, the beginning of the PNB contract can be somewhat flexible. However, the grant must be started no later than 6 months after the written confirmation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-2\">\n            What kind of contract is offered at the respective host university?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The PNB offers a full time contract for the group leader (PI) for a TV-L 14 position for 4 years at the respective host university. In addition, there is funding for scientific staff \u2013 for a maximum of three TV-L13 positions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-3\">\n            What funds are available?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_74c78dadb717263108c4e1bcdb8e9b46\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The successful PI of the PNB Research Group receives funding of up to\u00a0 \u20ac 250.000 per year for a duration of 4 years, which includes the positions of the PI as well as hired scientific staff.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">OTHER QUESTIONS<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-1\">\n            Will there be any organizational support in case of receiving the grant?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Organizational support regarding visa, insurance, housing, etc. can be provided by the host university.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-2\">\n            When must use of the funding begin?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p><strong>The grant must be started no later than 6 months after the written confirmation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-3\">\n            Does it matter if I also apply to other funding sources at the same time?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>No, your proposal will not be treated or reviewed differently because of this. Please note, however, you may not accept parallel funding. Please inform the PNB immediately if, during the review process, you decide to accept funding from another organization.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-4\">\n            Can I extend PNB funding?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>PNB research group funding is restricted to a period of 4 years. However, if your host university will provide continued funding your contract can be extended.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-5\">\n            Where can I carry out my PNB funded project?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>You will need to locate your project at one of the universities in Brandenburg. Before you submit a proposal, you need to identify a host university in Brandenburg that will accept you. This university must provide an assurance to this effect when the proposal is submitted <u>(letter of support<\/u>).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-6\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-6\">\n            How can I find a host \/ university?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-6\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-6\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Applicants must get in personal contact with a possible host institute at one of the universities in Brandenburg themselves. In case of no available contact details, please refer to the homepages of the respective universities. The PNB is not involved in the process of finding a host.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-7\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-7\">\n            How to write a letter of support?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-7\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-7\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The letter of support has to be written by the head of the host institution who is willing to support the applicant. It is primarily intended to emphasize the quality, uniqueness, and suitability of the applicant\u2019s project at the host university as well as the applicant&#8217;s aptitude.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-8\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-8\">\n            Can a non-university institution be specified as a host?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e-8\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-8\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_6a2eedf9cbf36c47a47988768520206e\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>No, this is not possible at the present time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left 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