Deadline: March 8, 2024.

The Bridging Excellence Postdoc Program supports postdoctoral fellows who conduct joint research between the EMBL and the Stanford University School of Medicine (SoM) and/or the School of Humanities & Sciences (H&S). You will propose a high-impact, creative collaboration between at least one lab from EMBL and one lab from Stanford SoM or H&S. By leveraging the opportunities at two leading institutions, you can gain valuable experience in two distinct research environments and develop a global profile. As well as access to researchers and technology at both sites, fellows can take advantage of the first-rate postdoctoral training opportunities from both institutions.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Bridging Excellence Fellowships are open to all researchers, regardless of nationality, gender, or scientific background. Applicants should be prepared to be internationally mobile and be excited by the prospect of being an ambassador for transatlantic science.
2. Applicants must have completed their PhD in the 2 years prior to taking up the fellowship.
3. Students who are currently pursuing their PhD are able to apply, provided you have been awarded your PhD before taking up the fellowship. 
4. Fellows who are currently, or have previously been employed at EMBL/Stanford are able to apply, provided an additional 3-year fellowship does not exceed the maximum limit of employment as a postdoctoral fellow (5 years).

BENEFITS

3 year fellowship stipend incl. funds for consumables, travel & conferences. 

APPLICATION

Applications to the Bridging Excellence Postdoctoral Program are accepted via the TalentLink recruitment system.

To apply for the program:

1. Read the applicant guidelines in detail.
2. Download the application form.
3. Establish contact with potential EMBL and Stanford supervisors.
4. Develop your project proposal.
5. Upload your completed application form and supervisor confirmation letter via TalentLink
6. Ensure your referees submit a letter of recommendation.

Apply through the OFFICIAL LINK