Research opportunities
Europe welcomes researchers
Europe is home to universities, research institutes, companies and innovation centres working across a wide range of research fields.
Whether you are considering doctoral research, looking for a postdoctoral position or planning the next step in your research career, there are opportunities to develop your skills and collaborate internationally.
The European Union supports initiatives that encourage international cooperation, researcher mobility and career development. It has an ambition to create a single, borderless market for research, innovation and technology across the EU. This is called the European Research Area.
Researcher jobs and funding with EURAXESS
EURAXESS is a European initiative supporting researchers who want to develop their careers and explore opportunities in Europe and beyond.
It has a network covering 43 European countries, and more than 600 support centres to help you with topics ranging from relocation to career development.
Search EURAXESS for jobs and opportunities
Find guidance to boost your research career
Find a support service centre in your region
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) are the European Union's main programme for doctoral education and postdoctoral training. They are part of Horizon Europe, the EU's research and innovation programme.
The programme supports researchers at different stages of their careers and promotes international, interdisciplinary and inter-sectoral mobility. Opportunities include doctoral training, postdoctoral fellowships and collaborative research and training projects.
Opportunities under MSCA and how to apply
Scholarships, grants and financial support
Getting funding for research in Europe depends on your research field, career stage and destination.
Are you planning your studies or doctoral research? Check scholarships and costs to learn about about funding your studies in Europe.
Visas and residence permits for non-EU researchers
If you are from outside the EU and want to carry out research in Europe, you may need a visa or residence permit. While there are EU-wide rules about admission and the rights of non-EU researchers active in the Union, immigration requirements and procedures vary country by country.
Before travelling to your EU country of destination, check:
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