MSCA- Postdoctoral Fellowships – Inria: Inria is offering over 90 hosting offers for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA-PF) for researchers in 2025. These fellowships provide an opportunity for career development in various research areas, with a focus on original and innovative research directions.
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships – Inria
Designation
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellow (MSCA-PF)
Research Areas
- Algorithms and Quantum Computing
- High Performance Computing
- Digital Education
- Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Software Development
- Modelling and Simulation
- Digital Health
- Data Science
- Cybersecurity
| Specific Domains |
|---|
| Machine Learning |
| Distributed Systems |
| Data Analysis |
| Human-Machine Interaction |
| Control Theory |
Location
Various locations across Europe (specifically at Inria research centers in France).
Eligibility/Qualification
- Candidates must hold a PhD by the call deadline (September 10, 2025).
- Must have a maximum of 8 years of full-time research experience post-PhD.
- Must NOT have resided or carried out main activities in the host country for more than 12 months in the 36 months prior to the call deadline.
- Open to candidates of any nationality (with some restrictions for Global Postdoctoral Fellowships).
- Strong research track record is advantageous.
- Security clearance by Inria’s Defence Security Officer may be required.
Job Description
The MSCA-PF grants offer a competitive salary along with mobility and family allowances, as well as funding for research, training, and networking costs. Applicants will propose their own research ideas in collaboration with a supervisor from an Inria research team. The application requires a detailed research project proposal (10 pages) and a CV (5 pages). The nominal success rate is around 15%, and extensive support is provided through a training program to enhance the chances of securing funding.
How to Apply
- Review the list of available hosting offers on the Inria website.
- Draft a brief research project idea (4-5 lines) that aligns with the hosting offers, and email it along with your CV to the contact person listed for the pertinent research team.
- Register for the pre-training online information session on April 22, 2025, at 13:00 CET.
- Register for the full training program if interested in submitting a project with Inria.
- Follow the application submission guidelines provided during the training sessions.
Last Date to Apply
September 10, 2025
This job posting summarizes all pertinent details regarding the MSCA-PF fellowship opportunities at Inria for prospective candidates seeking a postdoctoral research position in diverse scientific areas.
