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Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Positions – CHARLESTON (MSCA COFUND) Full-time
Call for Applicants: Postdoctoral Fellowships at Charles University, Czech Republic
Are you an early-career researcher looking to advance your career in a dynamic and internationally connected environment? The CHARLESTON Programme at Charles University, 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 CHARLESTON 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.
- 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, visit the Charleston website: https://cuni.cz/UKEN-2185.html.
For inquiries, contact us at [Please click the Apply button for the link or address].