Research Opportunities

As a world-leading center for research and innovation with freedom of science, the European Union offers an ideal environment to advance your career. With a wealth of stable and predictable funding opportunities, cutting-edge facilities, and an excellent quality of life, the EU enables researchers to work on projects where they can truly make a difference. You’ll join a dynamic and international community of top talent, all dedicated to finding solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. Learn more about living and working in Europe at our dedicated site.

The European Research Council is a funding organization for frontier research. It aims to stimulate scientific excellence in Europe by funding the very best, creative researchers of any nationality and age, and supporting their innovative ideas. Researchers from anywhere in the world can apply for ERC grants provided the research they undertake will be carried out in an EU Member State or Associated Country, and additional funding is available for those moving to Europe.

Looking to start a new chapter in your career in a new country? EURAXESS is the researchers' portal for job openings, fellowships, and research opportunities across Europe.

Postdoctoral Fellowships target researchers holding a PhD who wish to carry out their research activities abroad, acquire new skills and develop their careers. These Fellowships help researchers gain experience in other countries, disciplines and non-academic sectors.