The Momentum MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme (Momentum PPDF) is an initiative designed to attract and nurture up to 35 exceptional postdoctoral researchers from around the globe to “Lendület”, Momentum research groups in Hungary.
The primary objectives of this programme are to: 1) provide postdoctoral researchers with the opportunity to further develop their careers within the dynamic research environment of "Lendület" research groups; 2) enhance the international visibility and impact of the "Lendület" Programme; 3) foster the growth of robust research, development, and innovation RDI ecosystems at the local, regional, and international levels; and 4) strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and cooperation among researchers across various fields and sectors.
About “Lendület,” Momentum:
“Lendület,” Momentum, is a flagship research program of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA), supporting top scientists in establishing independent research groups with full autonomy. Launched in 2009, it has supported over 225 research groups across diverse fields, fostering innovation and scientific discovery.
Co-Funding Excellence: The Momentum MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme is co-funded by the European Commission and the Secretariat of MTA, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, under the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions grant. This 5-year initiative offers unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and scientific excellence.
WHY CHOOSE
Momentum MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme?
Call 1 open for applications:
April 2nd, 2025 - May 31st, 2025
Call 1 evaluation and selection period:
June 1st, 2025 – August 30th, 2025
Call 1 Fellowship start date:
January 5th, 2026 - March 31st, 2026
Call 2 anticipated application period:
Q1-Q2 2026, Exact dates will be announced here.
Key Dates
Programme Duration:
1 January 2025 – 31 December 2029
Fellowship duration:
Up to 36 months including mandatory short-term secondments (1-3 months).
Location: Hungary
EU Project Call: HORIZON-MSCA-2023-COFUND-01
Reference number: 101179854
Funding:
This programme is supported by the European Union's Horizon Europe research and innovation program under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA). It is co-funded by the European Commission and the Secretariat of the MTA, Hungarian Academy of Sciences.
Programme Management:
The Programme is coordinated by the Momentum PPDF Office of Department of Grant Management, at Secretariat of MTA, Hungarian Academy of Sciences.