Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR)
ATTRACT – Starting Investigators
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ATTRACT, Starting Investigators funds researchers 2-8 years post-PhD to establish independent research teams in Luxembourg, with up to €1.5 million over five years. The call targets outstanding early-career researchers not yet based in Luxembourg who can align their work with national research priorities. Proposals require joint submission by candidate and host institution; FNR runs this programme annually.
Details
| Funder | Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR) |
| Budget | Up to €1.5M |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Joint submission by candidate and host institution via FNR Online Grant Management System |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | LU |
Eligibility & scope
For researchers 2–8 years post-PhD not yet established in Luxembourg, with outstanding track record. Must set up a research team at a Luxembourg host institution aligned with national research priorities. Proposals submitted jointly by candidate and host institution. Gender parity rule applies when institutions submit more than one proposal.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers 2-8 years post-PhD with an outstanding publication and funding track record
- •Applicants not yet established in Luxembourg seeking to relocate and build a research team
- •Projects aligned with Luxembourg's national research priorities and strategic objectives
- •Candidates with a confirmed host institution committed to supporting the application
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline; check FNR pre-announcement for next call dates and your host institution's internal deadline
- •Single-stage submission: joint application by candidate and host institution via FNR Online Grant Management System
- •Five-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Coordinate early with your prospective host institution, the institution must formally endorse and co-submit your application, so alignment on research environment and support is critical.
- ✓Explicitly link your proposed research to Luxembourg's strategic priorities and demonstrate how your team will integrate into the host institution's research landscape.
- ✓Be aware of the gender parity rule: if your host institution submits more than one proposal, FNR applies a parity check at assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does ATTRACT, Starting Investigators offer?
Up to €1.5 million over five years per project.
Who is eligible for ATTRACT, Starting Investigators?
Researchers 2-8 years post-PhD with an outstanding track record who are not yet established in Luxembourg and will set up a research team at a Luxembourg host institution.
Do I need a host institution to apply to ATTRACT, Starting Investigators?
Yes, proposals must be submitted jointly by the candidate and the host institution via the FNR Online Grant Management System.
What is the deadline for ATTRACT, Starting Investigators?
The call is annual; consult the FNR pre-announcement for next call dates and your host institution's internal deadline before the FNR deadline.
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