SNSF

Eccellenza Professorial Fellowship

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Last verified: 20 June 2026

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This is the current call of the SNSF Eccellenza (retired) programme. The programme guide covers eligibility, budget, success rate and FAQ across every round.

The SNSF Eccellenza Professorial Fellowship funds researchers up to 8 years post-PhD (12 years for clinicians) seeking their first independent professorial position in Switzerland, with support for a four-year research project. Applicants must have at least two years of active research at a Swiss higher education institution, or be Swiss nationals or hold a Swiss degree. This call is designed to bridge the gap between postdoctoral research and independent professorship.

Details

Funder	SNSF
Consortium	No
Career stage	Early-career opportunity
Eligible countries	CH

Eligibility & scope

For researchers up to 8 years post-PhD (12 years for clinicians) who have never held a professorship. Applicants must have ≥2 years' research activity at a Swiss HEI, or be Swiss nationals/hold a Swiss degree. Targets researchers seeking their first independent professorial position in Switzerland. Proposals must not be submitted in parallel with an ongoing SNSF project under evaluation.

Who Should Apply

•Researchers within 8 years of PhD (12 years for clinicians)
•Applicants with ≥2 years' research activity at a Swiss higher education institution, or Swiss nationals/degree holders
•Researchers seeking their first independent professorial position
•Those not concurrently under evaluation for another SNSF grant

Key Dates

•No current deadline listed; check SNSF portal for next submission deadline
•Four-year project duration

Tips for Applicants

✓You cannot apply simultaneously with an ongoing SNSF project under evaluation, ensure all prior applications are decided before submitting.
✓The Swiss residency/degree requirement is strict; verify your eligibility on the SNSF portal before investing application time.
✓Position this as your first independent group; highlight separation from your postdoctoral supervisor's research direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many years post-PhD am I eligible for the SNSF Eccellenza Professorial Fellowship?

Up to 8 years post-PhD; clinicians may apply up to 12 years post-PhD.

Do I need to be based in Switzerland to apply for Eccellenza Professorial?

You must have ≥2 years' research activity at a Swiss higher education institution, or be a Swiss national or hold a Swiss degree.

Can I apply for Eccellenza Professorial if I already hold another SNSF grant under evaluation?

No, you cannot submit a proposal in parallel with an ongoing SNSF project under evaluation.

How long is the SNSF Eccellenza Professorial Fellowship?

The supported research project runs for four years.

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