International Foundation for Research in Paraplegia | IRP Postdoctoral Fellowship
Event details
| Date | 31.10.2026 |
| Category | Call for proposal |
Aim: To encourage young scientists to focus their work on research into paraplegia, IRP invites junior researchers to submit applications for an IRP Postdoctoral Fellowship.
IRP offers two types of support:
Research & travel allowance: Up to CHF 9K per year
Family support and child allowances: Available depending on individual circumstances
Duration: 2 years (potential for a 3rd year based on personal circumstances)
Eligibility: The call is open to researchers in Switzerland aiming to study abroad, or to researchers from abroad aiming to pursue their academic career in Switzerland. Applicants must have a research doctorate (Ph.D.) or a doctoral degree in medicine (MD) and must have at least one lead author article published or accepted for publication. Project proposed by the applicant should be endorsed by a senior investigator of the host University or Hospital.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted through the IRP-specific online portal here. Applications must include a CV, contact details of the host institution, and a summary of current work.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Further information
IRP offers two types of support:
- A fellowship for up to 2 years in an outstanding basic research laboratory specialised in one or several aspects of CNS and spinal cord lesions and repair, preferentially in mammals. A 3rd year may be attributed to a fellow who returns to Switzerland from abroad.
- A 1-year fellowship in a clinical research laboratory focusing on diagnosis and acute lesion management of spinal cord injury, including surgery, neurology, urology, rehabilitation, and other areas related to paraplegia.
Research & travel allowance: Up to CHF 9K per year
Family support and child allowances: Available depending on individual circumstances
Duration: 2 years (potential for a 3rd year based on personal circumstances)
Eligibility: The call is open to researchers in Switzerland aiming to study abroad, or to researchers from abroad aiming to pursue their academic career in Switzerland. Applicants must have a research doctorate (Ph.D.) or a doctoral degree in medicine (MD) and must have at least one lead author article published or accepted for publication. Project proposed by the applicant should be endorsed by a senior investigator of the host University or Hospital.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted through the IRP-specific online portal here. Applications must include a CV, contact details of the host institution, and a summary of current work.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Further information
- More information about the program is available here.
- The application portal can be found here.
- For any other questions, please contact the Research Office
Practical information
- General public
- Free