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SNSF Postdoc.Mobility 2026
Closes 4 Aug 2026 17:00 CEST. Final Postdoc.Mobility call (scheme retiring).
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SNSF Postdoc.Mobility funds postdoctoral researchers with a Swiss education or research background to pursue 12-24 months of research abroad, with an optional funded return phase to Switzerland. The fellowship covers subsistence and travel costs (€50,000-€120,000 depending on destination and duration). This is the final call under the scheme; a replacement programme launches in 2028.
Details
| Funder | SNSF |
| Budget | Subsistence grant + travel allowance, ~24 months (+ optional 3-12mo return phase) |
| Deadline | 4 August 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 24 months + return phase |
| Consortium | No — individual fellowship + host institution abroad |
| Application | Single-stage (mySNF) |
| Frequency | Final call (scheme retiring; replacement scheme from 2028) |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | CH |
Eligibility & scope
SNSF Postdoc.Mobility funds researchers with a strong link to Switzerland (Swiss degree or research at a Swiss institution) to do a postdoc abroad, with an optional funded return phase to Switzerland. Outgoing-mobility scheme.
Who Should Apply
- •Postdoctoral researchers holding a Swiss PhD or with significant recent research experience at a Swiss institution
- •Researchers seeking 12-24 months of research experience outside Switzerland
- •Applicants with a clearly identified host supervisor and research group abroad
- •Early-career researchers building international networks and cross-border competence
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 4 August 2026 at 17:00 CEST
- •Single-stage evaluation via mySNF
- •Up to 24 months outgoing phase, optional 3-12 month return phase to Switzerland
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This is the final call under Postdoc.Mobility; if you are eligible now, apply before the scheme closes, no further rounds will be offered.
- ✓Host identification is critical: SNSF expects a strong, named research group match with a committed supervisor; vague or generic host descriptions weaken applications.
- ✓If you plan a return phase, frame it strategically for Swiss research positioning (new lab launch, grant transition, technology transfer), it is optional but rewarded when justified.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SNSF Postdoc.Mobility pay?
Between €50,000 and €120,000 depending on destination country and project duration, covering subsistence, travel, and other eligible costs.
Who is eligible for SNSF Postdoc.Mobility?
Postdoctoral researchers with a Swiss PhD or with recent significant research experience at a Swiss institution, seeking a postdoc abroad.
When is the deadline for SNSF Postdoc.Mobility?
4 August 2026 at 17:00 CEST. This is the final call; the scheme is retiring and will be replaced by a new programme in 2028.
Can I include a return phase to Switzerland?
Yes, an optional funded return phase of 3-12 months to Switzerland can be added after the outgoing mobility period.
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