The Fellowship Programme enables bright young scientists from all over the world to work on a challenging problem as fellows of leading European research centers. In addition, an ERCIM fellowship helps widen and intensify the network of personal relations and understanding among scientists. The programme offers the opportunity to ERCIM fellows:

to work with internationally recognized experts,

to improve their knowledge about European research structures and networks,

to become familiarized with working conditions in leading European research centres,

to promote cross-fertilization and cooperation, through the fellowships, between research groups working in similar areas in different laboratories.

ELIGIBILITY:

Before applying, please read carefully the “Application guide“:

have obtained a PhD degree during the last 8 years (prior to the application year deadline) or be in the last year of the thesis work with an outstanding academic record. Nevertheless, before starting the grant, a proof of the PhD degree will be requested.

complete, submit the application form and send via the online system:

a detailed curriculum vitae without any sensitive data (such as information that reveals the alleged racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs…). More details in the Application guide,

a list of publications,

two scientific papers in English,

contact details of two referees.

Please note that the fellowship is restricted to two terms (one reselection possible).

They encourage not only researchers from academic institutions to apply, but also scientists working in industry.

BENEFIT:

Allowances for the round 2024(1):

Depending on the hosting country and the type of contract the net allowance might not take into account deductions such as income tax. We strongly recommend to the fellows to consult the host organisation for these details before signing the contract.