ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026 in Austria | Fully Funded Research Opportunity

ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026 in Austria | Fully Funded Research Opportunity

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29/06/25

The ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026 in Austria is now accepting applications.  This fellowship at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria is fully funded for international students. Anyone who has earned or plans to complete a PhD or its equivalent is eligible to apply for the ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship. The ISTA Fellowship lasts for 2 years. Fellows will be given a full-time, two-year contract with competitive pay and full social security coverage; there is no application cost. Candidates from all academic backgrounds are accepted at ISTA. Additionally, ISTA will provide Visa Support and other required assistance. Additional information regarding the ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship requirements, financial advantages, and application process can be found below.

 

Information on the 2026 ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Austria

 

Host Country : Austria

Location : Klosterneuburg

Name of University: Institute of Science and Technology Austria

Fellowship Duration: 2 Years

Benefits: Fully Funded

Deadline: 15th September 2025

 

Financial Benefits

 

The ISTA Post Doc Fellows will receive:

  • 2 Years Full-time Employment Contract
  • 72,100 Gross Salary Per Year
  • Full Social Security Coverage
  • Airfare/Train/Bus Tickets For Project Related Cost.
  • Accommodation during project-related travel.
  • Meals
  • Local Transport For Project Related Cost.
  • Visa Support

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Note: Fellows have the option to rent short-term housing on campus and use the on-campus childcare center for their kids.

 

Areas of Research

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Eligibility Criteria

 

  • The ISTA Post Doc Fellowship is open to all Nationals.
  • Eligible Research Fields: All research fields supported at ISTA are eligible. You can find more details on these fields at https://ist.ac.at/en/research.
  • Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) by the respective call deadline (which is September 16, 2025, for the upcoming call).
  • Alternatively, applicants who anticipate completing their PhD degree before the fellowship start date (no later than June 15, 2026) are also eligible.
  • A fellowship contract will not be issued until a copy of the diploma or proof of successful defense is provided.

 

Required Documents

 

  • Research proposal.
  • CV.
  • Academic summary.
  • Motivation statement.
  • Completed Ethics Self-Assessments Form.
  • PhD diploma/transcripts (optional).
  • Other relevant supporting documents.
  • Three references.

 

 

Guidelines for the Applicant

 

 

The ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026: How Do I Apply?

 

The official website is where applicants must submit their online applications. Below is the link. Remember to read the applicant's guidelines.

 

 

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