Target group: Postdoctoral researchers, who are planning a research stay at Münster University
Are you ready to boost your chances for a successful proposal submission? So, join our KoWi MSCA PF 2026 Masterclass and get prepared for your journey to Münster University!
What the Masterclass offers:
- An Information Session introducing the MSCA PF to set the stage for your success.
- An Interactive Workshop that will guide you through the essential aspects of crafting a winning proposal.
- Continuous Assistance with your proposal up to submission by Dept. 6.1 SAFIR – Research Funding Support at University of Münster.
- Networking Opportunities with other MSCA PF candidates.
Key facts about MSCA PF:
The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships are part of the Excellence Pillar within the European Union’s Research and Innvoation Funding Programme Horizon Europe and aim to support the career development of researchers. The fellowship will fund a position at a host institution of your choice in an EU member state or Associated Country for a period of 1-2 years (2-3 years for global fellowships with a return to a host in EU/Ass. Country).
Candidates need to:
- hold a doctoral degree by the time of the call deadline (9 September 2026)
- have no more than 8 years of full-time equivalent research experience
- undertake international mobility. (à This means that candidates cannot have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the Host Institution for more than 12 months in the past 3 years.)
- have/ find a supervisor at University of Münster
- participate in the “KoWi MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Call Opening Online Event” on 4 May 2026
How to apply for the Masterclass:
If you meet the eligibility criteria for the MSCA PF and you are interested to join our Masterclass, simply send an email by the 28 of April at the latest to the contact given below. Please state:
- the name of your confirmed hosting professor at the University of Münster
- your CV
- a brief description of your research background
- some details on your planning stage of the proposal
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your MSCA PF proposal and take the next step in your academic career - we look forward to seeing you there!