# EMBO Young Investigator Programme

**Funder:** EMBO
**Deadline:** 1 April 2027 (Annual deadline: 1 April. Current cycle deadline has passed (1 April 2026); next expected April 2027.)
**Duration:** 4 years
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2027-04
**Official call:** https://www.embo.org/funding/fellowships-grants-and-career-support/young-investigator-programme/
**Last verified:** 31 May 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports life scientists who have been independent group leaders for less than 4 years at time of application. Provides financial support for networking, training, lab member support, and mentoring for 4 years. Open to researchers in Europe and beyond (EMBC member states and associated countries).

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/embo-young-investigator-programme-2027-04) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.