SciLifeLab PULSE Postdoc Fellowships: The SciLifeLab PULSE program is inviting applications for postdoctoral fellowships in both academic and entrepreneurial tracks. This program aims to provide advanced training in molecular life sciences while fostering career development and collaboration across international and interdisciplinary environments.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Job Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Molecular Life Sciences |
| Location | Sweden |
| Fellowship Tracks | Academic (32 positions) / Entrepreneurial (16 positions) |
| Start Date | October 1, 2026 (Cohort 2) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold a doctoral degree awarded no more than 3 years before the application deadline.
- Must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: candidates can come from any country but cannot have resided in Sweden for more than 12 months in the past 3 years (exceptions apply for certain circumstances).
- Not a permanent employee in the lab of the main PULSE supervisor during the application process.
- Ready for employment and able to start by the announced start date.
Job Description
Candidates will design a project in alignment with their chosen track—academic or entrepreneurial—and must work with a SciLifeLab Group Leader (Principal Investigator) approved as the main host for their project. The postdoctoral positions will integrate advanced training, including ethics, project management, and intersectoral networking. Applicants will be expected to contribute significantly to their research areas and help foster collaborations.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must:
- Prepare a cover letter detailing motivation and expected benefits from the PULSE program.
- Submit a research proposal aligned with one of the fellowship tracks.
- Include necessary application elements such as CV, reference letters, and ethics self-assessment.
- Contact potential Group Leaders to secure a partnership for their project proposal.
Candidates can use the matchmaking portfolios provided to identify suitable SciLifeLab Group Leaders and associated partners for secondments.
Last Date for Application
March 16, 2026, at 16:00 UTC +1
For further details on the application process and requirements, please refer to the Guide for Applicants available on the SciLifeLab PULSE webpage.
