ETH Zurich has opened applications for its 2025 Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme, attracting ambitious early-career researchers worldwide to redefine their academic futures.
When is the Application Deadline?
- 1 March 2025, 17:00 Swiss local time
- 1 September 2025, 17:00 Swiss local time
Tell Me About The Award:
The ETH Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme (ETH Fellows) supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers at ETH Zurich. The fellowship fosters young researchers in the early stages of their careers, with nearly 50% of past fellows securing a professorship after completing the program.
Which Fields are Eligible?
All research fields available at ETH Zurich are eligible.
Type:
Postdoctoral Fellowship (Fully Funded)
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Who can Apply?
- Candidates who have obtained their PhD within the last two years or will complete their PhD within six months of the deadline.
- Applicants must not have completed their PhD at ETH Zurich or the University of Zurich.
- Candidates must not have spent more than 12 months in Switzerland in the three years before the submission deadline.
- Applicants must have at least one peer-reviewed publication or a research award for their doctoral thesis.
- Applicants must have a host professor at ETH Zurich willing to mentor them.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Selection is highly competitive (past success rate ~25%).
- Priority is given to applicants proposing their own independent research projects.
- Strong research potential and academic excellence are key criteria.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Researchers from all nationalities are eligible.
Where will the Award be Taken?
ETH Zurich, Switzerland.
How Many Awards?
The number of fellowships is limited and highly competitive.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full salary at ETH Zurich standards (100% employment).
- CHF 10,000 per year for research expenses (e.g., travel, mobility, research costs).
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading ETH Zurich professors.
How Long Will the Award Last?
The fellowship lasts two years and cannot be extended.
How to Apply?
- Find a Mentor: Contact an ETH Zurich professor to support your application.
- Prepare Application Documents:
- Project proposal (using ETH templates)
- CV
- PhD certificate (or statement of expected completion)
- Two external reference letters (sent directly to ETH)
- Invitation letter from host professor
- Submit Online: Applications must be submitted via ETH Zurich’s eResearch system.
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