Postdoctoral Positions – CHARLESTON (MSCA COFUND)

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Call for Applicants: Postdoctoral Fellowships at Charles University, Czechia

Are you a postdoc looking to advance your career in a dynamic and internationally connected environment? The Charleston Programme, co-funded by the European Commission’s MSCA COFUND initiative (Horizon Europe), is now accepting applications for postdoctoral fellowships.

Why Charleston?

• Drive sustainable impact: Apply with your own research project aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Expand your experience: Benefit from a 24-month postdoctoral fellowship at Charles University, combined with a 3 to 6-month secondment at a non-academic institution to strengthen intersectoral collaboration.
• Enhance your skills: Participate in specialised training and mentoring tailored for postdoctoral researchers.

Who Can Apply?

The programme is open to postdoctoral researchers who:

• Hold a Ph.D. degree obtained no more than 8 years ago (exceptions apply, e.g., for parental leave).
• Have not resided in the Czech Republic for more than 12 months within the past 36 months (mobility rule).
• Are not employees of Charles University at the time of application deadline.
• Wish to conduct research at any faculty or unit of Charles University.

Charles University is committed to fostering gender equality in research and encourages women to apply.

Scientists at risk are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Application website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-2187.html

Application deadline: 1 June 2026, 2 PM (Prague time)

Webinar for applicants: 19 March 2026, 1 PM Prague time (registration required, more information on the programme’s website)

For full details about the programme and the application process, please visit the Charleston website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-2185.html.

For inquiries, contact us at msca.charleston@cuni.cz.

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Charles University, founded in 1348, is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. With more than six centuries of history, it is distinguished by its rich intellectual heritage and academic excellence. The university excels in research across a wide range of disciplines.

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Website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-1.html