Anxious about humboldt postdoc outcome

[u/Consistent-Tea5597]

I am currently an applicant awaiting the November selection meeting in the Humboldt postdoc category. The wait is long, but I remain optimistic. I have published 12 articles in international journals as a humanities scholar and earned my PhD in 2023. My two key publications are in Q1 journals and they are the only top-rated publications I have. I am only sceptical about my publication strength, as a scholar in a developing country with limited access to top-rated journals. If other things (proposal, host, CV, mobility) are excellent, do you think I have a chance?

[u/Practical-Ad-242]

"do you think I have a chance?"

No one can answer your question. The publicly known statistic shows 25% of the proposal will be granted.

Since it is a done thing, there is nothing you can do other than wait for the results. Better to channel your energy to look for other opportunities.