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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 - Global Fellowships
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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, Global Fellowships fund experienced researchers to undertake 12-24 month placements with an outgoing phase at a non-EU/non-Associated Country organisation followed by a mandatory return phase to an EU or Associated Country host. The call targets researchers with a PhD and up to 8 years of full-time research experience, open to EU nationals and long-term residents of Horizon Europe Associated Countries. Global Fellowships are annual, with results published after each autumn deadline.
Details
| Funder | REA |
| Deadline | 9 September 2026 |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
Restricted to nationals or long-term residents of EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries, max 8 years post-PhD. Outgoing phase at a non-EU/non-Associated Country organisation, with mandatory return phase to an EU/Associated Country host. Full-time commitment required; mobility rules apply.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with a PhD and up to 8 years full-time research experience
- •EU nationals or long-term residents of Horizon Europe Associated Countries
- •Applicants able to relocate abroad then return to an EU/Associated Country host institution
- •Projects with a clear training and career-development plan across both phases
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 9 September 2026, 17:00 CEST
- •Single-stage written evaluation
- •12-24 month fellowship duration (outgoing phase + mandatory return phase)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The mandatory return phase is non-negotiable; ensure your return-host institution is committed and credible before submission.
- ✓Career development and training value across both phases carries heavy weight, structure your proposal to show clear gains from the outgoing phase that you will bring back.
- ✓The outgoing-phase host must be in a non-EU/non-Associated Country; verify eligibility of the country and institution before designing your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, Global Fellowships?
A 12-24 month fellowship combining an outgoing phase at a non-EU/non-Associated Country organisation with a mandatory return phase to an EU or Associated Country host. It funds experienced researchers to build international research experience and return expertise to Europe.
Who is eligible for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, Global Fellowships?
Researchers with a PhD and up to 8 years of full-time research experience who are EU nationals or long-term residents of Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
What is the mandatory return phase?
After the outgoing phase abroad, fellows must spend at least 12 months back at a host institution in an EU Member State or Associated Country to consolidate and disseminate their learning.
When is the deadline for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, Global Fellowships 2026?
The deadline is 9 September 2026, 17:00 CEST for single-stage written evaluation.
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