Who can Apply?

Candidate’s Profile:
  • PhD in chemistry, physics, materials science, biotechnology, or related fields
  • Mobility: must not have resided in Poland for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately prior to the deadline of the Call. CAUTION: Performing remote work for a legal entity operating in Poland is considered to have residence in Poland for the corresponding period.                                                                                                           
  • Needs commitment from an IChF researcher (mentor)
  • Needs commitment from an external high-profile scientist who is an ERC/EIC/other high-impact grantee (co-mentor)
  • Will submit a research proposal within the call deadline, aligning with call requirements (timeline, budget, scope)

A total of 20 fellows will be recruited for 36-month postdoctoral fellowships.

Eligibility Criteria

Criterion

Explanation

(1) Application Completeness

A Candidate has submitted the required documents with all the necessary information

(2) Mobility

The Candidate has not resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Poland for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately prior to the deadline of the Call

(3) Doctoral Degree

The Candidate possesses a PhD (in chemistry, physics, materials science, biotechnology, or related field) or a formal document confirming the defence of a doctoral thesis

(4) Project Eligibility under the BS4S Project

The proposed project aligns with the call requirements, i.e.,

  • Duration: 36 months (fixed)

  • Budget: max. 1,400 EUR/month, covering research, training, and travel costs. Minor research equipment may also be included

  • Project start: October 2026 at the latest

  • The academic mentor supporting the project must hold an ERC/EIC grant or another prestigious, high-impact grant (subject to Selection Committee evaluation)