About This Scholarship
Postdoctoral researchers in the life sciences who will move to a different country. Both 'incoming' (to EMBO member states) and 'outgoing' programs exist.
EMBO has 1,800 member scientists. Fellowships are prestigious in life sciences. 'Outgoing' fellows go from Europe to labs outside Europe. Applications are accepted year-round with fixed cut-off dates; the next hard deadline is 22 January 2027.
Eligibility Requirements
- PhD holder or final-year PhD student
- Research in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, or related life sciences
- Move to a different country for the postdoc
- Strong research record and referee letters
- Apply through EMBO portal — two submission rounds per year (February and August)
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
22 January 2027
Results Announced
31 May 2027
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship (European Molecular Biology) cover?
Full postdoctoral salary according to host country standards plus travel, family, and career development allowances for 2 years
Who is eligible for the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship (European Molecular Biology)?
Postdoctoral researchers in the life sciences who will move to a different country. Both 'incoming' (to EMBO member states) and 'outgoing' programs exist.
When is the deadline for the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship (European Molecular Biology)?
The deadline is 22 January 2027. Results are announced around 31 May 2027.
What fields of study does the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship (European Molecular Biology) cover?
The scholarship covers: Natural Sciences, Medicine & Health Sciences.
Is there anything special about the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship (European Molecular Biology)?
EMBO has 1,800 member scientists. Fellowships are prestigious in life sciences. 'Outgoing' fellows go from Europe to labs outside Europe. Applications are accepted year-round with fixed cut-off dates; the next hard deadline is 22 January 2027.
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