Just earned your PhD or about to? Apply for an SNSF Postdoc.Mobility, a fellowship supporting a research stay abroad. Gain international experience, expand your network and advance your career at leading research institutions worldwide.

• min. 6 months before PhD to max. 3 years since PhD/MD-PhD or min. 6 months before Dr.med to max. 8 years since MD + min. 3 years clinical work
• CH nationality, C-permit, marriage/partnership with CH citizen or PhD/Dr.med degree holder/candidate from CH institution + no prior postdoc abroad.

The Postdoc.Mobility fellowship covers grantee's subsistence costs abroad, according to SNSF rates, (+ child allowances) + up to CHF 5’000/year for research and conferences. Duration: 12–24 months.

Application involves a lot of documents, including SNSF-compliant research plan, SNSF CV, statement of mobility, confirmation letter(s) from host institution(s), support letter(s) from foreign mentor(s). For this reason, it is crucial to start early.

During their stay abroad, SNSF Postdoc.Mobility fellows may request a Return Grant to continue research in Switzerland. It covers salary at a Swiss university or research institution and up to CHF 5’000 for research and conference expenses for 3-12 months.

From 2028, the SNSF Postdoc Grant will replace both SNSF Ambizione and Postdoc.Mobility. It will support international mobility, networking and career development, while guaranteeing the security of an employment at a Swiss university or research institution and guidance from an additional mentor.

• min. 3 months before PhD to max. 2 years since PhD
• at least 1 quality-reviewed research output (e.g., peer-reviewed publication)
• CH nationality, holder of master's degree or holder/candidate of PhD degree from CH institution, or 1 year of research work in CH institution.

The SNSF Postdoc Grant covers the grantee's salary + up to CHF 100’000 for project costs + up to CHF 10'000 for continuing education costs. Duration: max. 4 years.