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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2027

Deadline: 8 September 2027 (418 days)

Last verified: 5 July 2026

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This is the current call of the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship programme. The programme guide covers eligibility, budget, success rate and FAQ across every round.

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2027 (Global Fellowships) fund early-career researchers to conduct 12-24 month placements abroad, with a living allowance plus mobility and family top-ups paid through the host institution. The Global Fellowship pathway requires an outgoing phase to a non-associated country, followed by a mandatory return year in Europe, making it ideal for researchers seeking international experience and career development beyond Europe's borders. Calls open annually in spring with autumn deadlines.

Details

Funder	MSCA
Deadline	8 September 2027
Consortium	No — individual researcher + host institution
Frequency	Annual
Next round	2027-04
Career stage	Early-career opportunity

Eligibility & scope

MSCA call (HORIZON-MSCA-2027-PF-01): HORIZON TMA MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships - Global Fellowships

Who Should Apply

•Researchers holding a PhD with up to 8 years full-time research experience
•Applicants seeking mobility to a non-associated country followed by return to Europe
•A strong fit between candidate, supervisor and host research environment
•Projects with a clear training and career-development plan

Key Dates

•Deadline 8 September 2027
•Single-stage written evaluation
•12 to 24 month fellowship duration plus mandatory 12-month return phase in Europe

Tips for Applicants

✓The Global Fellowships require strict sequencing: outgoing phase outside Europe, then return year, plan your host institutions accordingly.
✓Career development and training plan score heavily alongside scientific quality; frame the fellowship as a career investment, not just a research move.
✓A committed host supervisor with a strong Horizon track record strengthens both the scientific and implementation scores.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is an MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Global Fellowship?

Between 12 and 24 months in the host country, plus a mandatory 12-month return phase in Europe.

Who is eligible for an MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship?

Researchers with a PhD and at most 8 years of full-time research experience who meet the cross-border mobility rule.

Where can I go for a Global Fellowship outgoing phase?

You must conduct the outgoing phase in a country outside the EU and associated countries, then return to an eligible European host for the final year.

Does the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship pay a salary?

It pays a living allowance plus mobility and, where applicable, family allowances through the host institution rather than a fixed salary.

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