Research institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) - from all countries - are eligible to host postdoctoral researchers based in Europe (EU Member States or countries associated to the pillar 1 of Horizon Europe) for up to two years, at no cost to the host institution. The funding is provided in full by the European Commission through the MSCA Postdoctoral Global Fellowships.
The 2026 call is now open. Deadline: 9 September 2026.
For a full overview of the 2026 call and what it means for LAC researchers and institutions, see: The 2026 MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships call is open. Full details, resources and tips: bit.ly/MSCAPF
What is an MSCA Postdoctoral Global Fellowship?
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships are highly competitive grants that fund experienced researchers - of any nationality, in any scientific field - to carry out their own research project at a host institution in another country.
Under the Global Fellowship modality, researchers based in an EU Member State or a country associated to Horizon Europe can spend 12 to 24 months at a research organisation in a third country (such as any LAC country), before returning to Europe for a mandatory 12-month period. The entire grant is paid by the European Commission; there is no co-funding requirement for the LAC host institution.
Candidates must hold a PhD and have up to 8 years of research experience. The grant covers salary and living costs, research and travel expenses, and family and special needs allowances where applicable.
Why host an MSCA Postdoctoral Global Fellow?
Hosting a Global Fellow brings significant benefits to your institution:
- Fully funded position. The European Commission covers all costs, including the researcher's salary, mobility allowance, and research budget. No financial contribution is required from the host.
- Access to high-calibre researchers. MSCA Global Fellows are selected through a rigorous, competitive evaluation process. They bring proven research excellence and a strong international profile.
- Stronger international networks. A Global Fellow connects your institution to European research communities, opening doors to new collaborations, joint projects, and future funding opportunities.
- Boosted visibility and prestige. Hosting a fully funded European researcher signals your institution's commitment to research excellence and international cooperation.
- Long-term collaboration. The mandatory return phase in Europe, combined with the research ties built during the fellowship, often translates into lasting partnerships between the LAC institution and European teams.
How to attract MSCA Global Fellows to your institution?
Post a hosting offer on EURAXESS
The most effective way to signal your interest is to post a hosting offer on the EURAXESS jobs portal. This makes your institution visible to prospective fellows actively looking for a host in LAC.
Step-by-step guide: How to post a hosting offer on the EURAXESS portal
Post a hosting offer: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs
Use the MSCA matchmaking platform
List your institution on the MSCA matchmaking platform to connect directly with prospective candidates and supervisors across Europe.
Contact the MSCA National Contact Points
The MSCA National Contact Points (NCPs) can help connect your institution with potential fellows in Europe and provide guidance on the process:
- Brazil: Ms. Flávia Cerqueira, CONFAP — internacional.confap@gmail.com
- All other LAC countries and Europe:bit.ly/HorizonEurope_NCP
Reach out to your European contacts
Let your existing collaborators and contacts in Europe know that your institution is open to hosting MSCA Global Fellows. A personal connection often makes the difference in a competitive application.
Learn from your peers: fellows and hosts in LAC
Watch the interviews below to hear directly from researchers who have experienced the MSCA Postdoctoral Global Fellowship in LAC, and from a researcher who hosted one:
- George Brown (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation – Embrapa Forestry): read his experience as a host of an MSCA Global Fellow
- Sébastien Antoine: Belgian MSCA Global Fellow hosted in Brazil (video below)
- Arianna Campiani: Italian MSCA Global Fellow hosted in Mexico (video below)
- Daniel Praeg (Swiss researcher in Brazil): read the interview
- Daniele Salerno (Italian MSCA Global Fellow in Argentina): read the interview
More videos and past webinars: bit.ly/MSCAPF4LAC
Sébastien Antoine: Belgian MSCA Global Fellow in Brazil
Arianna Campiani: Italian MSCA Global Fellow in Mexico