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EMBL European ARISE2 Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 (Funded)

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deadline

2026-09-30

Country

Germany, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, EMBL Member States

Level

postdoc

Organization

European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)

Field

Biology, Biotechnology, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Imaging, Structural Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, AI

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The EMBL European ARISE2 Postdoctoral Fellowship is a 3-year program designed for researchers in STEM fields who wish to focus on developing technologies, services, and infrastructure for life sciences. Unlike traditional postdocs, this program emphasizes the creation of tools, software, AI systems, and imaging processes that support the broader scientific community.

Coverage

Selected fellows receive a 3-year employment contract with EMBL. This includes a competitive salary, social security benefits, access to world-class research facilities, structured training, and career development support.

Eligibility

The program is open to researchers from all nationalities, including Ethiopia, provided they hold a PhD in a STEM field (or have successfully defended their thesis) by the application deadline.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate prior expertise in technology or technique development relevant to EMBL research infrastructures. Proficiency in fields such as biology, biotechnology, physics, engineering, computer science, bioinformatics, or data science is required.

How to apply

Interested candidates should visit the official ARISE2 website at https://www.embl.org/training/arise2/ to review the current call for applications and follow the submission instructions provided by EMBL.

Notes

This is a salaried employment position rather than a traditional student grant. Applicants should be prepared to work on research infrastructure and service provision.

Source & Verification

Host organization: European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://www.embl.org/training/arise2/

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.