Postdoctoral Fellowship (Standard Program): The Postdoctoral Fellowship (Standard Program) offers exceptional postdoctoral researchers from overseas the opportunity to conduct cooperative research with leading research groups in Japanese universities and other research institutions. This fellowship supports all academic fields and promotes international collaboration.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | All academic fields |
| Location | Japan |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – Citizenship of a country with diplomatic relations with Japan – Doctorate degree obtained within the past 6 years |
| Duration | 12-24 months |
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you will be engaged in research under the guidance of a host researcher in Japan, contributing to innovative projects and advancing your academic career within a collaborative environment.
What We Offer
- Round-trip air ticket
- Monthly maintenance allowance: JPY 362,000
- Settling-in allowance: JPY 200,000
- Grant-in-Aid for JSPS Research Fellows (KAKENHI)
- Overseas travel insurance
How to Apply
There are two application methods:
- Application through Nominating Authorities (for candidates from Sweden and Estonia):
- Submit your application to JSPS Stockholm via email at sto-info@overseas.jsps.go.jp. Include “Application for FY2026 (Standard)” in the subject line.
- Application through Open Recruitment (for other countries):
- Applications must be submitted directly by the host researcher in Japan to JSPS Tokyo.
Important Dates
- Call Opens (Sweden): 21 October 2025
- Call Closes (Sweden): 6 January 2026
- Fellowship Starting Date: 1 September 2026 – 30 November 2026
- Application Deadlines (Open Recruitment):
- 1st Call: 29 August 2025 (by 5 p.m. JST)
- 2nd Call: 28 April 2026 (by 5 p.m. JST)
Last Date to Apply
- For Sweden: 6 January 2026
- For Open Recruitment:
- 1st Call: 29 August 2025
- 2nd Call: 28 April 2026
