SNSF Starting Grants 2027: CHF 1 Million Research Grant for Independent Researchers to Lead a Research Team in Switzerland

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The SNSF Starting Grants 2027 offer an exceptional research funding opportunity for researchers ready to establish themselves as independent research leaders in Switzerland. Funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) , the programme enables researchers to carry out an independent research project and build and lead a research team in Switzerland. The SNSF Starting Grants represent the SNSF’s highest level of career funding and are open to all research disciplines and topics . Successful applicants can receive up to CHF 1 million in project funding for a maximum period of five years , with additional funding potentially available to cover the applicant’s own salary where the eligibility conditions are met. For the 2027 call, applications open on 1 February 2027 , with the final submission deadline set for 4 May 2027 at 17:00 CET (Swiss local time) . About the SNSF Starting Grants 2027 The SNSF Starting Grants are designed for researchers who are moving towards an established level of scientific independence. The programme supports researchers who are ready to develop and conduct their own research, attract research funding and take responsibility for a research team. The goal is not simply to finance another research project. The grant is intended to support researchers at a significant career transition: from demonstrating scientific independence to becoming established research leaders who can make a substantial contribution to their field. Applicants are therefore expected to demonstrate significant research achievements since obtaining their PhD, medical degree or equivalent qualification. They should have produced original research outputs that have undergone appropriate quality assurance and should be able to design, plan and conduct their proposed project without supervision. The SNSF also expects applicants to demonstrate a broad research network and experience in mentoring or supporting less experienced researchers in academic or extra-academic…

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