Journalist in Residence

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The Leibniz Institute for Financial Research SAFE – Sustainable Architecture for Finance in Europe – promotes scientific research, transfer work to the public and independent policy advice on all aspects relating to the structure and functioning of the financial system. It aims to contribute to strengthening a sustainable and resilient financial system that drives innovation and serves the needs of the economy and citizens. The Institute's research focuses on five thematic areas: Financial Intermediation, Law & Finance, Financial Markets, Household Finance, and Macro Finance. Researchers from the fields of economics, law, and political science collaborate at SAFE.

The Journalist in Residence program at SAFE aims to support high-quality, independent finance-related journalism by providing journalists with direct access to leading researchers on finance and financial regulation topics. Reporting on SAFE or its activities is not required.

We offer 

  • Direct access to leading researchers in the fields of finance and financial regulation
  • A monthly stipend of 3,500 euros* (plus travel expenses) for a one- to three-month residency (ideally during the academic term).
  • A workspace and an individual mentor from the SAFE research team
  • The opportunity to participate in public and internal SAFE events and to interact with scholars from various disciplines.

The program is open to employed and freelance journalists with at least five years of professional experience who regularly report on financial topics for national or international media. Journalists from all media formats – print, online, TV, radio, etc. – are encouraged to apply.

Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed on 15 July, 30 September, 18 December, and 31 March. Funding is available for up to three months of residency per year.

Should you have questions, please contact Laura Thomale at thomale@safe-frankfurt.de.

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* Under German law, the stipend is expected to be tax-free; no guarantee can be given regarding individual tax treatment.

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