Swiss Government Excellence Post-Doctoral Scholarship

• Open to highly qualified early-career postdoctoral researchers from all academic fields.
  
• Intended for applicants who wish to carry out a postdoctoral research project at a Swiss university or recognized research institute.
  
• Applicants must have completed their PhD thesis between 1 January 2023 and 31 July 2026 (for ETH Zurich: 30 June 2026).
  
• Applicants must prepare a detailed research plan with a timeline specifying key milestones and activities.
  
• Applicants must have a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland, including the supervisor’s short CV.
  
• If the applicant already resides in Switzerland, their date of entry must not be earlier than 1 August 2025.
  
• Priority is given to those who have not previously studied or conducted research in Switzerland.

Scholars may enjoy the following benefits:

• A monthly stipend of CHF 3,500 to cover basic living expenses for one person.
  
• Opportunity to conduct full-time postdoctoral research at a Swiss higher education institution or research institute.
  
• Access to world-class academic supervision and research facilities in Switzerland.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

• Must be a citizen of an eligible country under the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship program.
  
• Must have completed a PhD thesis between 1 January 2023 and 31 July 2026 (30 June 2026 for ETH Zurich applicants).
  
• Must submit a comprehensive research plan outlining objectives, methodology, and key milestones.
  
• Must secure a letter of support from a Swiss academic supervisor (with short CV attached).
  
• If residing in Switzerland, must have entered no earlier than 1 August 2025.