Amount: Full PhD or Postdoc salary + research budget
Deadline: Varies by call (typically March and September)
Level: phd, postdoc
Renewable: Yes
About
The FNRS offers highly competitive fellowships for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, supporting excellence in scientific research.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: any (conditions may apply for non-EU)
- GPA: 3.0+
- Master's degree (for PhD), PhD degree (for Postdoc).
- Strong research proposal with a host institution in Wallonia-Brussels Federation.
Required Materials
- Online application
- CV
- Research proposal
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Letter of support from host institution
Timeline
Calls for applications twice a year. Check website for specific dates. Evaluation takes several months.
Tips
This is for advanced researchers. You need an outstanding academic and research profile. A well-developed, innovative research project and strong support from a Belgian supervisor are crucial.