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AMBER Postdoctoral Fellowship

European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), ESRF & PSI
Amount
3-year postdoctoral contract + benefits
Deadline
24 Aug 2026
Closed
Applications close
24 Aug 2026
11:59 PM IST
Level
PhD
Scheme type
International scheme
Coverage
All India
Study levels
PhD
Listing
Source verified

Overview

A 3-year postdoctoral fellowship in robotic imaging and synchrotron microscopy at EMBL, ESRF and PSI, for PhD holders with up to 8 years' postdoctoral experience and at least one peer-reviewed publication.

Amount & Benefits

3-year postdoctoral contract with monthly allowances and yearly stipend review.
Pension scheme, death benefit and unemployment insurance.
Private medical insurance for the fellow and immediate family.
  • 30 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Flexible/hybrid work arrangements and campus facilities.

Eligibility

Applicants must: Have no more than 8 years' postdoctoral experience after completing their PhD; Have at least one original publication in a peer-reviewed journal; Meet the MSCA mobility rule (not have resided/worked in the host country for more than 12 months in the 3 years before the deadline).

PhD INTERNATIONAL

Required documents

PhD certificate (or proof of expected completion within 6 months)
At least one peer-reviewed publication
CV and list of publications
Two reference letters

Application process

  1. 1
    Login/Register on Scholar4Study
  2. 2
    Complete the AMBER Postdoctoral Fellowship application form
  3. 3
    Upload the required documents
  4. 4
    Submit before the deadline
  5. 5
    Shortlisted candidates go through the provider's official selection process before the final award

Selection process

  1. 1
    Application submitted
    Your form is filed on the official portal.
  2. 2
    Institute verification
    Your college confirms enrolment and documents.
  3. 3
    State verification
    The state department reviews and approves.
  4. 4
    Scholarship approval
    The sanctioning authority clears the award.
  5. 5
    Fund transfer
    The amount is credited to your bank account.

Indicative timeline

Applications open
25 Jul 2026
Portal opens for the cycle
Applications close
24 Aug 2026
Last date to apply
Verification window
08 Sept 2026
Institute & state review
Scholarship release
08 Oct 2026
Funds disbursed to students

Indicative only — the official schedule is set by European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), ESRF & PSI.