Swedish Research Council
International post doc within medicine and health
Autumn call
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The Swedish Research Council International Postdoctoral Fellowship funds early-career researchers in medicine and health to conduct one to three years of postdoctoral research at Swedish institutions. The call explicitly requires international mobility, targeting researchers relocating from abroad to Sweden. This autumn call opens 19 August 2026 and closes 15 September 2026.
Details
| Funder | Swedish Research Council |
| Deadline | 15 September 2026 |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | SE |
Eligibility & scope
International postdoctoral fellowship enabling early-career researchers to conduct research abroad in medicine and health.
Who Should Apply
- •Postdoctoral researchers in medicine and health moving to Sweden from abroad
- •Researchers with a recent PhD and early-career publication record
- •Applicants with a nominated supervisor and host research environment in Sweden
- •Projects bridging clinical and fundamental medicine
Key Dates
- •Application opens 19 August 2026, closes 15 September 2026
- •Annual autumn call
- •Postdoctoral placement duration typically one to three years
Tips for Applicants
- ✓International relocation is mandatory, applicants already based in Sweden are ineligible.
- ✓A strong, named supervisor with a funded research group at a Swedish institution is essential.
- ✓Frame your project as complementary to the host lab's direction, not a repeat of your PhD work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for the Swedish Research Council International Postdoctoral Fellowship if I'm already in Sweden?
No, the fellowship explicitly requires international mobility, you must be relocating from abroad to a Swedish institution.
What is the duration of the Swedish Research Council International Postdoctoral Fellowship?
Postdoctoral placements are typically one to three years, depending on the research project.
Is the Swedish Research Council International Postdoctoral Fellowship recurring?
Yes, the call runs annually with an autumn deadline.
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