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Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY

LEAPS-Ultrafast Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ultrafast Science Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron in Germany

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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Germany

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Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Biomedical Engineering
Materials Science
Biology
Health Science
Energy Engineering
Career Development
Synchrotron Radiation
Ultrafast Science
Free-electron Laser
Physics

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About this position

LEAPS-Ultrafast is a postdoctoral fellowship network in ultrafast science funded by Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. The programme offers 57 postdoctoral fellowships across Europe’s leading photon science and large-scale research facilities, including synchrotron and free-electron laser infrastructures.

Research themes highlighted by the network include matter and materials, energy and environment, health and life sciences, and future technologies. Fellows will work in an international, collaborative environment with access to world-class facilities and mentorship by experienced scientists.

In addition to research, the programme includes a structured career development and training programme focused on transferable skills such as communication, project management, and entrepreneurship. The fellowship duration is 2 or 3 years, depending on the research area.

The call schedule listed on the programme site indicates call opening: 2026-07-01 and call closing: 2026-09-30, with online interviews in the week of 2026-12-09 and fellowship start at the beginning of 2027. The post also announces two webinars on 15 and 16 June to introduce the initiative, explain the fellowship programme, and guide prospective applicants.

Applicants should be postdoctoral researchers interested in ultrafast science and international mobility across major European research infrastructures. No specific stipend amount, degree requirement, or language-test waiver is stated in the provided text.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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