NOVEL MSCA Postdoctoral Programme: We are seeking highly motivated candidates for 14 postdoctoral researcher positions available through two open calls. These exciting opportunities are aimed at fostering innovative research in various fields.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Research Area | Call Open Dates | Positions Available |
|---|---|---|
| Prevention and Care | 1 March 2025 – 31 May 2025 | 9 |
| Methods and Data | ||
| Innovation in Society | 1 November 2025 – 31 January 2026 | 5 |
| Ethics and Wellbeing |
Location: Finland
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a PhD degree (or equivalent, including a research-based thesis) by the closing date of the relevant call.
- Have less than 7 years of full-time equivalent research experience, assessed from the date of the PhD study right.
- Fulfill the MSCA mobility requirement: applicants must not have resided or conducted their main activity (work/studies) in Finland for more than 12 months in the 36 months prior to the call deadline.
Job Description
Candidates will engage in innovative research that contributes to at least one area of the NOVEL programme. Key tasks include:
- Developing a research proposal that aligns with the selected research area.
- Collaborating with supervisors to ensure technical fit with the hosting research group.
- Conducting independent research, producing publications, and sharing findings with both academic and non-academic stakeholders.
- Adhering to ethical principles and guidelines throughout the research process.
How to Apply
- Review eligibility conditions and application requirements.
- Identify a research theme and contact a suitable supervisor for a support letter.
- Prepare and submit the electronic application, including all required documents such as:
- Electronic application form
- Certified copy of your PhD diploma
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 6 pages)
- Summary of the research proposal (one page)
- Full research proposal (maximum 8 pages)
- Preliminary Data Management Plan (one page)
- Support letter from a supervisor.
- Submit your application in the UEF recruitment system.
Last Date to Apply
- First Call: 31 May 2025
- Second Call: 31 January 2026
For comprehensive instructions, please download the Applicant’s Guide available on our website.
