About the Fellowship
The Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education (STINT) is funding the STINT International Postdoc Fellowships 2025. The goal is to enhance Sweden’s international research presence and promote international academic exchange. These fellowships support early-career researchers in developing independent postdoctoral projects, either abroad (for Swedish PhDs) or in Sweden (for international postdocs), beyond the EU/EFTA/UK. With a focus on long-term collaboration and cross-border academic engagement, the programme enables scholars to expand their research scope, build sustainable networks, and gain exposure to new methodologies and institutional cultures. The fully funded 12-month fellowship, worth up to SEK 1.2 million, supports equitable internationalisation and contributes to Sweden’s strategic goals in higher education and global research excellence.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: STINT International Postdoc Fellowships 2025
- Host Institution: Swedish universities (inbound) or universities outside the EU/EFTA/UK (outbound)
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education (STINT)
- Location: Sweden or countries outside the EU, EFTA, and UK
- Research Field(s): All academic disciplines
- Fellowship Type: International Postdoctoral Fellowship / Mobility Grant
- Level: Early-career
- Fellowship Duration: Minimum 12 consecutive months
- Expected Start Date: From 1 July 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time research (as per host institution norms)
- Funding/Compensation:
- Up to SEK 1,000,000 for the postdoc
- Additional SEK 100,000 per accompanying family member (maximum of two)
- Total funding capped at SEK 1.2 million
- Required Degree/Diploma: Applicants must hold or be scheduled to complete a PhD from an eligible institution within two years of the application deadline.
Supported Research Fields / Areas
All academic disciplines are eligible, including:
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
- Law and Legal Studies
- Linguistics and Language Studies
- Environmental Sciences
- Medical and Health Sciences
- Educational Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Research Areas
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Outbound postdocs: PhD from a Swedish higher education institution awarded no earlier than two years before the application deadline
- Inbound postdocs: PhD from a higher education institution outside the EU/EFTA/UK awarded no earlier than two years before the deadline
- Applicants may also apply if their PhD defence is scheduled within one year of the deadline
- The host country must not be the postdoc’s country of citizenship or the location of any previous academic degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong motivation for international collaboration
- Clear academic independence
- Research that contributes to sustainable internationalisation
Not Eligible:
- Applicants whose proposed host country overlaps with their prior academic background or citizenship
- Supervisors and applicants holding degrees from the same country
Fellowship/Job Benefits
- Fully funded postdoctoral research stay (minimum 12 months)
- Up to SEK 1,000,000 core funding
- Family support of up to SEK 100,000 per family member (up to two)
- Access to host institution facilities and mentorship
- Strong platform for international networking and academic development
- Contribution to long-term institutional partnerships
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake a sustained full-time postdoctoral research project
- Collaborate actively with the host institution’s academic staff
- Strengthen academic ties between Sweden and the host country
- Support institutional internationalisation goals
- Submit reports and updates to STINT as required
Application Process
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted via STINT’s online portal
- Application must be written in English
Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- CV and publication list
- Project proposal detailing the research plan and relevance
- Support letter from host institution
- Proof of PhD degree or upcoming defence
- Confirmation of eligibility based on degree origin/citizenship
Important Dates
- Application Opens: June 2025
- Deadline: 12 September 2025, 15:00 (CEST)
- Fellowship Start Date: From 1 July 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: STINT Official Website
- Official Fellowship Notification: STINT International Postdoc Call
- Apply Online Here: STINT Application Portal
- 📧 Contact for Queries: Mattias Löwhagen | +46 8 671 19 96
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