HFSP Fellowships Overview
Continue reading if you want to conduct postdoctoral research overseas. because we will go into great detail about the Postdoctoral Fellowships offered by the Human Frontier Science Programme in this article, along with its advantages and a step-by-step application procedure.
International students can apply for fully sponsored fellowships through the Human Frontier Science Programme Postdoctoral Fellowships 2023–2024. In addition to a living stipend, HFSP Fellowships will also pay for travel and research expenses. Fellows may also be eligible for a child allowance, a parental leave payment, or a relocation stipend depending on their individual circumstances.
The HFSP fellowship programme encourages ideas for cutting-edge, potentially game-changing life sciences research. Applications for initiatives with a high degree of risk are especially encouraged. The projects should be interdisciplinary in nature and use fresh methods to challenge established paradigms.
Early-career scientists are encouraged by HFSP postdoctoral scholarships to expand their research expertise by delving into new fields of inquiry and researching abroad.
There are two distinct fellowships available:
Applicants with a PhD in biology are eligible for Long-Term Fellowships (LTF) if they plan to expand their knowledge by proposing a research in the life sciences that is vastly different from their prior PhD or postdoctoral work.
Candidates with PhDs in fields other than the biological sciences (such as physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, or computer sciences) are eligible for cross-disciplinary fellowships (CDF).
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Postdoctoral
- Institution: Human Frontier Science Program
- Study Locations: Various host countries (see the list below)
- Focus Areas: Life Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Sciences

Host Countries
The HFSP Fellowships are hosted by a diverse range of countries, including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, and many more. This international network fosters collaborative research experiences.
Scholarship Coverage
HFSP Postdoctoral Fellowships offer a comprehensive support package that includes:
- A living allowance
- A research and travel allowance
- Eligibility for a child allowance
- Parental leave allowance
- Relocation allowance
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the HFSP Postdoctoral Fellowships, candidates must meet these requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All countries worldwide
- Applicants must conduct research in a country different from where they completed their previous Ph.D. or initial post-doctoral studies.
- A research doctorate (Ph.D.) or an equivalent doctoral-level degree in basic research is required by the start of the fellowship but not at the time of application.
- Applicants must have at least one lead author research paper, either accepted, in press, or published, in an international peer-reviewed journal or on a preprint server. These papers must be in English.
How to Apply for HFSP Postdoctoral Fellowships
Follow these steps for a successful application process:
- Letter of Intent (LOI)
- Submit a Letter of Intent by May 11, 2023.
- Include details like your research proposal title, keywords, a brief summary, personal information, CV, Ph.D. field and title, proposed host institution, and more.
- Highlight any prior collaborations or publications with your host supervisor.
- LOIs will undergo peer review.
- Full Application
- If invited, submit the full application by September 28, 2023.
- Include a summary of your previous work, an abstract of your research project, a detailed research plan, reasons for the project’s significance and frontier nature, how the host lab aligns with your goals, and benefits of joining the host lab.
- Include updated publication lists and recommendation letters.
- Ensure a recommendation letter from your host supervisor outlining mentorship plans and how the proposed research aligns with HFSP’s mission.
The HFSP Postdoctoral Fellowships offer a gateway to frontier research and international collaboration. Seize this opportunity to advance your scientific career in Life Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Sciences. Prepare your application and embark on a journey of discovery with HFSP.
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Human Frontier Science Program Postdoctoral Fellowships
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