Postdoc.Mobility
The SNSF Postdoc.Mobility fellowships are aimed at researchers who have obtained a doctorate and who wish to pursue an academic career in Switzerland. A research stay abroad enables such researchers to acquire more in-depth knowledge, increases their scientific independence and enhances their research profile.
The fellowships include a grant for subsistence costs, a flat-rate for travel expenses and a possible contribution to research, conference costs and matriculation fees. In addition, fellowship holders can apply for a return grant to finance their initial period of research after returning to Switzerland.
Duration of fellowships
In principle 24 months (fellowship) and 3 to 12 months (return phase)
Eligibility requirements
- Submission at the earliest 9 months before completion of the doctorate (PhD, MD-PhD) and up to 3 years afterwards
- Medical researchers without MD-PhD: submission up to 8 years after the state examination (and at least 3 years of clinical activity after the state examination)
- Swiss nationality, holder of valid Swiss permanent residence, residence or cross-border commuter permit
- Foreign nationals: at least 2 years of research activity at a Swiss research institution
Submission deadlines
1 February and 2 August
Information event by the SNSF on 19 November
The SNSF is organising an online information event for Postdoc.Mobility fellowships. The event (in English) will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, 19 November. It is aimed at researchers wishing to submit a proposal for the Postdoc.Mobility call that will be launched on 1 November and run until 3 February 2025. At the event, the funding scheme will be presented, followed by a question and answer session. Interested persons can register now at this link.
Submission of applications
The complete funding applications are submitted electronically the platform mySNF.