Linz Lab

Join us

At the moment we don't have any fully funded positions available. However, we are always looking for skilled and enthusiastic students or junior researchers to join our team. If our research aligns with your interests and expertise, please email us, including your CV and a short explanation of your motivation. You can find a list of our current projects, but we are also open to your own project ideas, provided they fit our group's research focus. Below are some funding schemes that we could support your application.

Career Development Opportunities for Postdocs

  • Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 (Horizon Europe):
    Prestigious EU fellowship supporting international, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral mobility of researchers. Hosted at OEAW. Ideal for postdocs aiming to advance their careers through research training and skill development.
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    Tailored support for researchers interested in applying for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship with OEAW as the host institution. Includes mentoring, proposal development assistance, and integration into the Austrian research ecosystem.
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  • Seal of Excellence Funding at OEAW:
    Provides national funding for MSCA applications that received high evaluation scores from the EU but couldn’t be funded due to limited budget. A second chance for excellent proposals to receive support through OEAW.
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  • Horizon Europe ERC Starting Grant:
    Supports early-career researchers (2–7 years after PhD) in launching their own independent research team or program in Europe.
    Offers up to €1.5 million (plus €1 million for start-up costs) over 5 years for ambitious, high-impact research.
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  • FWF Esprit Early-Stage Program:
    Competitive program by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) supporting early-career postdocs conducting innovative and independent research in Austria. Includes a mentoring option and international mobility.
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  • FWF Astra Award:
    Recognizes outstanding young researchers in Austria with exceptional achievements. Includes funding and public visibility to support long-term research careers.
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  • FWF Principal Investigator Project:
    Provides funding for researchers aiming to lead ambitious, stand-alone projects. Suitable for established scientists wanting to expand or consolidate their research agendas in Austria.
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