# Prima

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/soMWfibVDpNMVR36/funding/careers/prima
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Promotes women researchers aiming for a permanent professorship in Switzerland. Applicants must be at least 2 years post-PhD and within the eligible academic age window (extendable for career breaks). Host institution must be in Switzerland. Mobility statement and net academic age calculation required. One resubmission allowed after rejection.

## Summary

SNSF Prima promotes women researchers aiming for permanent professorships in Switzerland, funding projects for early-career investigators at least two years post-PhD. The call targets applicants within an eligible academic age window (extendable for career breaks) who are hosted at Swiss institutions, with one resubmission permitted after rejection. This is SNSF's flagship scheme for advancing women in academic leadership.

## Who should apply

- Women researchers at least 2 years post-PhD aiming for permanent academic positions
- Applicants within the eligible academic age window (extendable for documented career breaks)
- Researchers hosted at a Swiss academic institution
- Early-career investigators ready to establish or expand an independent research group

## Key dates

- No current deadline stated; check the SNSF portal for open call windows
- One resubmission allowed if rejected

## Tips for applicants

- Mobility statement is mandatory, document your research trajectory across institutions and explain gaps.
- Net academic age calculation is critical; carefully document and justify any career breaks (parental leave, clinical duties, care responsibilities) that extend your eligible window.
- Plan for a multi-year project; Prima expects a clear vision for independence and leadership, not incremental work.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for SNSF Prima?

Women researchers at least 2 years post-PhD who are within an eligible academic age window (extendable for career breaks) and hosted at a Swiss institution.

### Can I resubmit after rejection on SNSF Prima?

Yes, one resubmission is allowed after rejection.

### What is a net academic age in SNSF Prima?

Net academic age is your time as an active researcher, adjusted for documented career breaks (e.g. parental leave, clinical work); SNSF requires transparent calculation and justification of interruptions.

### Do I need to include a mobility statement for SNSF Prima?

Yes, a mobility statement documenting your research career path across institutions is a required component of the application.

---

Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-prima-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

**See which EU calls match your profile.** [Preview your matches in 30 seconds, no signup](https://grantsby.eu/demo?ref=llm_grant_md).