Marie Skłodowska-Curie (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025 at Cardiff University, UK

About the Fellowship

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA PF) 2025 offer exceptional opportunities for early-career researchers to enhance their research skills, boost their career prospects, and engage in cross-border collaboration. Funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe, this prestigious fellowship scheme allows postdocs to pursue innovative research projects in a new, international setting.

Cardiff University, a member of the UK’s Russell Group of research-intensive universities, invites expressions of interest (EoI) from eligible candidates seeking to apply for the 2025 MSCA PF call with Cardiff as their host institution. Fellows benefit from a dynamic academic environment and a comprehensive package of support services.

Fellowship Details

Position: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow
Institution: Cardiff University
Administering Body: European Commission (Horizon Europe)
Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom
Research Field: All disciplines (interdisciplinary welcome)
Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral Fellowship
Duration:
- European Fellowships: 1–2 years
- Global Fellowships: 2–3 years (including 1-year return phase in Europe)
Start Date (Anticipated): Spring/Summer 2026
Working Hours: As per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation: Monthly stipend, mobility and family allowances, and research/training costs (as per MSCA guidelines)

Research Areas Supported

Cardiff University supports MSCA fellows in diverse disciplines, including:

Archaeology and Anthropology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Genetic Engineering
Catalysis and Materials Science
Sustainable Development
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, and more

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD degree (must be awarded at the time of application deadline)
Maximum 8 years of full-time equivalent research experience after PhD
Must comply with the mobility rule: cannot have resided or worked in the UK for more than 12 months in the past 3 years before the deadline

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong research publication record
International research experience
A clear and innovative research project
Support from an academic supervisor at Cardiff University

Fellowship Benefits

Visa sponsorship (if applicable)
Monthly living and mobility allowances
Family and dependent support (if eligible)
Travel and relocation expenses
Research and training support
Access to mentorship and professional development resources
Participation in MSCA Drop-In Clinics, workshops, and writing support sessions

Key Responsibilities

Selected fellows are expected to:

Conduct high-quality, independent research
Collaborate with academic teams and supervisors
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
Participate in training, conferences, and dissemination activities
Contribute to institutional and public engagement goals

Application Process

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must follow these steps:

Check Eligibility for the MSCA PF 2025 call
Find an Academic Supervisor: Visit Cardiff’s Academic School pages to identify and contact a potential mentor
Complete the EoI Form (available from May 8, 2025)
Submit your EoI to: msca@cardiff.ac.uk by May 29, 2025, 5pm (UK Time)

Required Documents:

Expression of Interest form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Summary of research proposal
Confirmation of academic supervisor’s support

Important Dates

Internal Deadline EoI: May 29, 2025 (17:00 UK Time)
Feedback on EoI Application: By end of June 2025
Proposal Check: July–August 2025
Submission Approval: Early September 2025
Full MSCA-PF Application Submission Deadline: September 10, 2025 (17:00 CET)
Start of Fellowship: Spring/Summer 2026