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UCLouvain Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 in Belgium (Fully Funded)

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Deadline

2026-09-23

Country

Belgium

Level

postdoc

Organization

Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain)

Field

All scientific disciplines

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The UCLouvain Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 is a prestigious program in Belgium designed to support international researchers in conducting high-level research. The program aims to foster global scientific mobility and collaboration across all academic disciplines.

Coverage

Successful fellows receive a tax-exempt fellowship, social security contributions, insurance coverage, and an operating budget for research-related expenses. The duration of the fellowship ranges from 12 to 36 months.

Eligibility

Open to researchers of any nationality, including those from Ethiopia. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and have a maximum of five years of postdoctoral experience. Candidates must meet the mobility rule: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity in Belgium for more than 24 months during the three years preceding the project start date.

Requirements

Applicants must submit a high-quality research proposal, secure a UCLouvain host, and provide all required documentation as specified in the official program guidelines.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official portal. The process includes an eligibility screening, preselection by the UCLouvain Research Council, international peer review, and interviews.

Notes

There are only 15 fellowships available. Competition is high; therefore, a strong research proposal and a clear justification for conducting the project at UCLouvain are essential.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain)

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/worldwide/africa/news/uclouvain-opens-2027-call-incoming-international-postdoctoral-fellowships

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.