Call for Applicants: Postdoctoral Fellowships at Charles University, Czech Republic
Are you an early-career researcher looking to advance your career in a dynamic and internationally connected environment? The CHARLESTON Programme at Charles University, co-funded by the European Commission’s MSCA COFUND initiative (Horizon Europe), is now accepting applications for 10 postdoctoral fellowships.
Why CHARLESTON?
- Drive Sustainable Impact: Apply with your own research project aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Expand Your Experience: Benefit from a 24-month postdoctoral fellowship at Charles University, combined with a 3 to 6-month secondment at a non-academic institution to strengthen intersectoral collaboration.
- Enhance Your Skills: Take part in a career development programme, including specialised workshops, mentoring, and training tailored for early-career researchers.
Who Can Apply?
The CHARLESTON programme is open to postdoctoral researchers who:
- Hold a Ph.D. degree obtained no more than 8 years ago (exceptions apply, e.g., for parental leave).
- Have not resided in the Czech Republic for more than 12 months within the past 36 months (mobility rule).
- Are not employees of Charles University at the time of application.
- Wish to conduct research at any faculty or unit of Charles University.
- Charles University is committed to fostering gender equality in research and encourages women to apply.
- Scientists at risk are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Application Website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-2187.html
- Application Deadline: 31 May 2025, 14:00 Prague time
- Webinar for Applicants: 27 March 2025, 14:00 Prague time (registration required, more information on the Application website)
For full details about the CHARLESTON programme and the application process, visit the programme‘s website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-2185.html.
A second call for an additional 10 postdoctoral positions will be launched in 2026.
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