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SWISS GOVERNMENT RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

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Application Opens: 4 August 2025; Deadline: 28 November 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The scholarship enables selected applicants to carry out a one-year research project as part of their doctoral studies at a Swiss higher education institution or recognized research institute. Valid only for full-time research in Switzerland.

ELIGIBILITY:

Highly qualified early-career researchers from all academic fields, including young medical doctors.

Priority will be given to individuals who have not previously studied or conducted research in Switzerland (see eligibility criteria for exceptions).

Master’s degree or equivalent completed by 31 July 2026 (for ETH Zurich: 30 June 2026).

Date of birth after 31 December 1990.

Detailed research plan with a timeline specifying key milestones and activities.

Applicants must have a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland (including a short CV).

If the applicant already resides in Switzerland, the date of entry must not be earlier than 1 August 2025 (submit a copy of the registration confirmation or residence permit).

Selection criteria: Academic profile, research competence, and motivation

Originality and methodological quality of the project

Quality of supervision and potential for future collaboration

Duration: Maximum of 12 months

No extensions possible

Start date: 1 September 2026

BENEFIT:

CHF 1,920 per month to cover basic living expenses for one person. This scholarship is not a salary

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DEAKIN UNIVERSITY POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2026

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Application Deadline: Sunday, 10 August 2025 at 11:55pm (AEST). 

LOCATION: Australia

Are you an emerging researcher ready to take the next bold step in your academic journey? Deakin University invites you to apply for the 2026 Deakin University Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (DUPRF), a prestigious opportunity designed to empower the research leaders of tomorrow. 

The Deakin University Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (DUPRF) 2026, formerly known as the Alfred Deakin Postdoctoral Research Fellowships will open for applications on Tuesday 1 July 2025 and close on Sunday 10 August 2025 at 11:55pm (AEST). 

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible, applicants must have a PhD awarded on or after 1 January 2022, or a PhD date that is commensurate after allowable career interruptions. 

Interested applicants should review the 2026 DUPRF Guidelines and begin discussions with a potential supervisor using the relevant Faculty, School, Institute and Centre contacts page. 

Applicants can be Australian or non-Australian citizens. The appointment of Fellows who do not hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency status will be subject to the recipient being granted an appropriate visa (Refer also “Conditions of Award”). Some applicants may be affected by Australia’s Autonomous Sanctions requirements (Refer to “Conditions of Award”).

Learn more and access the guidelines: DUPRF 2026 Information.  

BENEFIT:

Each Fellowship provides up to three years of salary support, ranging from Level A, Step 6, to the top of Level B. In addition, Fellows receive a one-time research support grant of $15,000 to cover direct project costs. This comprehensive support package is designed to give researchers the time, resources, and mentorship they need to thrive. 

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