Postdoctoral Position – Charleston (MSCA COFUND)

Call for Applicants: at Charles University, Prague, Czechia

Are you a postdoc looking to advance your career in a dynamic and internationally connected environment? The Charleston Programme, 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 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 deadline.
• 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: HERE 
• 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, please visit the Charleston website: HERE

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Source: Charles University