European Molecular Biology Organization
EMBO Young Investigator
Recognition + networking + €50K budget for outstanding early-career group leaders in molecular life sciences.
Programme guide in progress
We are still researching the full guide for EMBO Young Investigator. In the meantime, you will find the live open calls, eligibility basics and related programmes below.
Next deadline
12 July 2026 (27 days away)
EMBO Young Investigator Programme
View full call details →Key facts
- Type
- Recognition + networking (small budget)
- Career stage
- 2-9 years as independent PI
- Cohort size
- 25-30 YIs selected per year
- Duration
- 3 years formal + extended network access
- Success rate
- ~10% (25-30 selected per year from ~250+ applications)
Who is eligible?
- •First independent group leader position started 2-9 years before the call deadline
- •Hosted at an institution in an EMBC member state
- •Strong publication record as an independent PI
- •Research in molecular life sciences
Open calls right now
Curious who tends to win this grant?
See past EMBO Young Investigator awardees →Related programmes
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