European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) - Postdoctoral Fellowship

EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships support excellent, internationally mobile researchers for up to two years, covering salary, relocation, and family support.

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DeadlineFourth Friday of January, 14:00 CET; Rates applicable to fellowships awarded in Autumn 2025 and onwards; Trial period: A

Award amountTravel costs tiered from 175 to 700 euros based on distance; Maximum 2000 euros for travel costs of legal partner and children per family; Dependent complement: EUR 9,810 (US), EUR 7,020 (Canada), AUD 7,650 (Australia); Stipend rates vary by country (e.g., US $65,400, Canada EUR 46,800, Austria 73,800); Relocation allowance varies by destination country, e.g., Australia 1500 euros, USA 1425 euros

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Frequently asked questions about EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships, covering eligibility, application process, research scope, mobility, and online form issues.

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Eligibility

Must provide PhD degree before fellowship start date.; Eligible within two years of PhD award date.; Exceptions for career breaks (parental leave, illness, etc.) may be granted.; MDs with comparable research experience are eligible.; Must have at least one first-author publication or preprint.

Requirements

PhD degree or equivalent research experience.; At least one first (or joint first) author primary research paper accepted or published.; Application submitted within two years of PhD award date (exceptions apply).; Mobility requirements: change of country, not having lived/worked in host country for >6 months.; Research project must fall within EMBO's scientific scope.

Contact

General email; Programme Head; Programme Officer; Programme Assistant; Senior Programme Officer

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