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Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship
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The FWO Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship funds three years of independent research for scientists who completed their PhD a few years ago, hosted at a Flemish university or research institution. The fellowship is aimed at building an international research career rather than continuing a supervisor's project, and it runs as an individual application, not a consortium.
Details
| Funder | FWO |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
Supports researchers who completed their PhD a few years ago in developing an independent, international research career; three-year postdoctoral fellowship hosted at a Flemish institution.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers who completed their PhD a few years ago
- •Applicants hosted at a Flemish university or research institution
- •Individual applicants, not consortium-based projects
- •Researchers building an independent, internationally oriented research line
Key Dates
- •Annual call
- •Three-year fellowship duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame the project as your own independent line of research, distinct from prior supervisors or collaborators.
- ✓Show international orientation explicitly, collaborations, mobility, or visibility outside Belgium strengthen the case.
- ✓Since this is an individual application, the narrative around your own trajectory carries more weight than team composition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the FWO Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship last?
The fellowship funds three years of research.
Who is eligible for the FWO Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship?
Researchers who completed their PhD a few years ago and who will be hosted at a Flemish institution.
Can I apply to the FWO Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship as part of a team?
No, it is an individual application rather than a consortium grant.
Is the FWO Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship a recurring call?
Yes, FWO runs this call annually.
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