Erwin Schrödinger Program

The Erwin Schrödinger Program supports highly qualified young scientists from Austria in the postdoctoral phase to collaborate at internationally leading research institutions and gain valuable international experience. With an annual grant of up to €100,000, time-limited projects are funded that explore innovative methods, procedures, or techniques in new fields of knowledge. The initiative aims to enable sustainable development of the scientific landscape in Austria upon return and to facilitate access to global networks. As an ongoing funding opportunity, applications can be submitted online at any time, ensuring a flexible starting date.

Eligible candidates are doctoral early-career researchers from all disciplines with Austrian citizenship or main residence in Austria who are in the postdoctoral phase. A prerequisite for a successful application is a clearly defined research project without profit orientation. The program not only strengthens individual professional profile development but also promotes international knowledge transfer. Submission is made via the electronic application portal of the Austrian Science Fund, where a detailed project description as well as proof of qualification and residency status must be provided. This opportunity allows committed early-career researchers to enrich their careers early on with global impulses and to contribute to long-term excellence in Austrian research.