Summary
The ARISE2 (Career Accelerator for Research Infrastructure Scientists) programme is an MSCA-funded postdoctoral fellowship offering talented STEM professionals from around the world the opportunity to work at EMBL. Fellows will develop and improve technologies for life science research while receiving comprehensive training to become future leaders in Research Infrastructure (RI) management and service provision.
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Structural Biology and Mechanical Engineering at EMBL
Designation
ARISE2 Postdoctoral Fellow
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Number of Positions | 17 |
| Programme Type | MSCA-funded Postdoctoral Fellowship |
| Primary Location | EMBL (multiple sites) |
| Application Deadline | September 30, 2026 |
Research Area
Projects should focus on the development or improvement of methods/technologies with potential for broader service application in the life sciences. Key areas include:
- Data and Computational Science: Bioinformatics, AI/ML, computational modelling, software engineering, data management.
- Imaging and Optical Engineering: Imaging analysis, optical engineering, microscopy, detector development.
- Structural Biology and Mechanical Engineering: Automation, high-precision mechanics, robotics, microfluidics, X-ray crystallography.
- Biotechnology: (Bio)chemical engineering, chemistry, or omics technologies.
Location
EMBL operates across six sites: Heidelberg (HQ), Barcelona, Hinxton (near Cambridge), Hamburg, Grenoble, and Rome.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Degree: A PhD at the time of the call deadline (September 30, 2026). Researchers who have successfully defended their thesis but haven’t received the formal degree are eligible.
- Background: University degree in a relevant STEM discipline.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in technology development (academia or industry).
- Skills: Strong research potential, ability to work independently and in collaborative settings, excellent communication skills in English, and strong organizational abilities.
Job Description
As an ARISE2 Fellow, you will:
- Propose and conduct a 3-year research project on developing/improving technologies that serve the wider scientific community.
- Implement FAIR data management practices.
- Engage in a structured training programme covering RI professional competencies, including service provision, project/staff management, innovation, and AI.
- Complete a secondment (2-6 months) at an ARISE2 partner organization.
- Work under the supervision of an EMBL group leader, with additional support from an external co-supervisor and an academic mentor.
How to Apply
- Read the Guide: Carefully review the ARISE2 Guide for Applicants.
- Contact Supervisors: Reach out to EMBL group leaders to discuss project ideas.
- Prepare Proposal: Use the ARISE2 project proposal template and complete the Horizon Europe ethics self-assessment.
- Reference Letters: Ensure at least one (up to three) reference is sent by your referees to
ARISE2-references@embl.deby the deadline. - Submit: Convert your application form, project proposal, and ethics pre-screen into a single PDF and upload it via the online application portal.
Last Date for Apply
September 30, 2026
