We invite established scholars in economic and business history to spend a period of time in residence at the University of Bonn – Center for Advanced Studies "Finance & Inequality" (www.casfi.uni-bonn.de). The fellow is expected to interact with faculty and researchers, present work at our workshops, actively participate in workshops and conferences, and conduct historical research in the fields finance and / or inequality. 
Fellowships have a duration of 3 to 6 months. Recipients receive a monthly fellowship of €5,000 to cover the additional living costs for a stay in Bonn. Furthermore, they will receive work space, an e-mail account, a computer, and access to the University's libraries and to the intranet for the duration of the appointment. Moreover, we also reimburse reasonable travel expenses incurred for the trip to Bonn and the trip home at the end of the scholarship.
In the newly founded Centre for Advanced Studies "Finance & Inequality" (CASFI), led by Professor Carsten Burhop (Economic history) and Professor Christian Bayer (Economics), a number of early career and established researchers will come together to explore the broadly defined topic finance and inequality that also leaves them scope for their individual research ideas. In particular, researchers are looking at the multiple relationships between the development of the financial sector and the evolution of income and wealth inequality from a historical angle. 

How to apply:
Applicants should indicate when they would like to join us during the academic year 2025/26. Applicants should hold a PhD for at least five years by the time of the start of the fellowship. 
To apply for the fellowship please submit the following:
• a cover letter,
• a CV and
• a 2- to 3-page research proposal. 

The application should be sent via email to: casfi[at]uni-bonn.de no later than June 15, 2025. Decisions will be made as soon as possible.