The Momentum MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (Momentum PPDF) invites ambitious and talented researchers from across the globe to apply for one of 35 prestigious postdoctoral fellowships in Hungary. This distinguished initiative aims to support emerging scientific leaders within the renowned “Lendlet” Momentum Research Groups of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA).
About the Program
Launched in 2009, the “Lendlet” Momentum program is a flagship initiative of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, designed to empower exceptional scientists to establish independent, autonomous research groups. With over 225 successful groups supported to date, the program has been pivotal in strengthening Hungary’s research landscape.
The Momentum PPDF, co-funded by the European Union and MTA under the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions grant, will run for five years. It provides unmatched opportunities for researchers to excel in a globally competitive academic environment.
Why Apply?
Broad Disciplinary Reach:
The program is open to researchers in all fields, including Engineering & Technology, Humanities, Medical Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.
International Mobility and Secondments:
Fellows will have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier research institutions and industrial partners in Hungary and abroad.
Career Development Support:
Benefit from extensive personal and professional growth opportunities, including:
High-quality supervision and coaching
Access to advanced training programmes
Interdisciplinary workshops
Dedicated networking events
Competitive Financial Package:
Gross monthly salary of €3,522
Additional mobility and family relocation allowances (where applicable)
Special support for researchers with specific needs
Supportive Environment:
Hungary offers a family-friendly and affordable living experience, with excellent healthcare, public safety, and a thriving cultural scene.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to applicants of all nationalities
Must possess a doctoral degree by the application deadline (or have successfully defended their thesis unconditionally)
Cannot have lived or worked in Hungary for more than 12 months in the past 3 years
Researchers already employed by a “Lendlet” Momentum host organization are ineligible
Only complete applications submitted in English through the official platform will be considered
The call of the Momentum MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program opens on April 2nd, 2025
This is a unique opportunity for early-career researchers to take the next step in their academic journey while contributing to impactful scientific innovation in a vibrant European research ecosystem.