Choose groundbreaking research
As a world-leading centre 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 and cutting-edge facilities, the EU enables you to work on projects where they can truly make a difference.
Our support, your breakthrough, your impact
Europe is where world-class research becomes real-world impact. From laboratory discovery to market-ready innovation, EU funding supports you at every stage — with the stability, freedom, and community to do your best work.
Find the grant for your next chapter
Multiple EU funding schemes are open right now for researchers and innovators based all over the world.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships
9 April – 9 September 2026
ERC Advanced Grant
28 May – 27 August 2026
ERC Plus Grants
2 June – 2 September 2026
Find your job in research
Multiple EU funded-projects are recruiting researchers and innovators on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Doctoral Networks fund PhD positions with a full employment contract, monthly living and mobility allowances, cross-sector secondments, and access to a pan-European research community — preparing the next generation for careers in academia, industry and beyond.
Individual PhD positions funded by successful networks from previous calls are advertised on EURAXESS.
Successful applicants will select recruit and train post-doctoral researchers, offering them excellent working conditions, and turning the current challenge of brain drain in the research and innovation sector into brain gain.
Individual positions funded by successful institutions in the first call will be advertised on EURAXESS from September 2026.
Why Europe
Europe's research environment provides sustained, long-term funding that gives researchers the stability and time to pursue ideas of genuine scientific ambition. Horizon Europe, the world's largest research programme at €93.5 billion, supports excellence across all scientific domains, from fundamental discovery to applied innovation, without imposing short funding cycles or predetermined research outcomes.
Whether you’re coming for a research job or doctoral programme, a wide range of resources and support measures are in place to make sure that your relocation goes as smoothly as possible.
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Europe provides great conditions for world-class research. Enjoy the freedom to pursue groundbreaking ideas in a supportive environment that values creativity and excellence. With a strong focus on work-life balance, Europe allows researchers to thrive professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
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Europe offers an excellent quality of life, supported by our unique welfare systems and strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Many EU countries consistently rank among the world’s happiest and most liveable, providing welcoming environments where everyone can thrive.
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This page was last updated on 15 June 2026