Postdoctoral Fellowships at ETH Zurich for Danish Researchers in Denmark

The Novo Nordisk Foundation is offering postdoctoral fellowships for early-stage researchers to engage in advanced research at ETH Zurich, a leading global university in science and technology. This fellowship aims to foster career development through a three-year program, including two years at ETH Zurich and up to one year at a Danish institution. Applications open on 30 September 2026 and close on 29 January 2027. The fellowship aims to advance the careers of promising researchers by offering them a chance to work in an interdisciplinary environment at ETH Zurich. The program is designed to enhance scientific networks and foster independence through international mobility. Fellows will spend the first two years developing a research project at ETH Zurich, followed by a return phase of up to one year at a Danish university or other approved institution. This fellowship promotes the development of early-career researchers by immersing them in a top-tier research environment, fostering innovation and scientific independence, and encouraging the creation of robust, international scientific networks. Who can apply for the fellowship? Early-stage researchers based in Denmark are eligible to apply. What is the funding amount per fellowship? Each fellowship provides up to DKK 3.6 million. Where will the research take place? Research will be conducted at ETH Zurich and a Danish institution. What is the application deadline? The deadline for applications is 29 January 2027, 2:00 PM (Copenhagen time). How long is the fellowship? The fellowship lasts up to three years, with two years at ETH Zurich and up to one year in Denmark. Eligible applicants should carefully review the official guidelines and ensure their application is complete and submitted by the deadline. For more information, consult the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s official guidelines.