Novo Nordisk Foundation
Postdoctoral Fellowships at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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The Novo Nordisk Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships fund researchers in natural sciences, technical sciences, biomedicine, or biotechnology to spend two years at MIT followed by one year at a Danish host institution, with up to DKK 3.6 million (approximately DKK 1.2M per year) over three years. Open to researchers within five years of their PhD who have a demonstrable connection to Denmark through degree, citizenship, or prior research experience. Applicants must be employed throughout by a Danish public non-profit research institution.
Details
| Funder | Novo Nordisk Foundation |
| Budget | Up to DKK 3.6 million per grant |
| Deadline | 29 January 2027 |
| Duration | 3 years (2 years at MIT, up to 1 year return phase in Denmark) |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant, hosted by a Danish institution with a confirmed host PI at MIT |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2027-09 |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | DK |
Eligibility & scope
Postdoctoral fellowship for early-career researchers (PhD within 5 years) in natural/technical sciences, biomedicine or biotechnology to conduct research at MIT with a confirmed host PI, followed by a return phase at a Danish host institution that employs and administers the grant. Applicant must demonstrate association with the Danish educational/research system.
Who Should Apply
- •Postdoctoral researchers within 5 years of their PhD in natural sciences, technical sciences, biomedicine, or biotechnology
- •Danish nationals or researchers with a Danish degree or prior Danish research experience
- •Applicants employed by a Danish public non-profit research institution for the full three-year period
- •Researchers seeking international experience at MIT with a structured return to Danish research
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline in September 2026
- •Two-year placement at MIT followed by one-year mandatory return phase at Danish host institution
- •Three-year fellowship duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The return-phase requirement is non-negotiable: you must complete year three at your Danish host institution, so secure that placement before applying.
- ✓Demonstrate your Danish research roots explicitly, the panel evaluates connection to the Danish research environment as a gate criterion.
- ✓MIT placement alone does not suffice; articulate how the MIT experience feeds back into your Danish research trajectory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Novo Nordisk Postdoctoral Fellowship pay?
Up to DKK 3.6 million over three years, approximately DKK 1.2 million per year.
Who is eligible for the Novo Nordisk Postdoctoral Fellowship?
Researchers within five years of their PhD in natural sciences, technical sciences, biomedicine, or biotechnology with a connection to Denmark (Danish nationality, degree, or prior research experience), employed by a Danish public non-profit research institution.
Where do I conduct research on the Novo Nordisk Postdoctoral Fellowship?
The first two years are based at MIT; the third and final year must be conducted at a Danish host institution.
When is the deadline for the Novo Nordisk Postdoctoral Fellowship?
The call is annual with a deadline in September; the next round is September 2026.
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