It is now the time to register!

Getting scientific recognition and independence, but more importantly being able to secure a permanent academic position, means being the recipient of a program of excellence. ERC is such a program, but we all know of course that it is a highly competitive one and that the success rates are not extremely high, if not to say low…

However, if you are an ambitious postdoc with a great idea, then grab this opportunity.

The deadline for the ERC StG is still not available, but probably on October 13 or 14, 2026.

Novelty for Work Program 2027: Researchers are eligible for the ERC Starting straight after their PhD graduation and within the 10-years following period!

The Forschungsservice @ BOKU is here to support candidates for such calls. FOS is currently running an ERC Mentoring program for Starting and Consolidator grants. A framework of this program can be found here (after login only). This program aims to support ERC candidates, from drafting their proposals, conducting proofreading, until preparing them for the hearing. And this is done together with the help of an experienced mentor. So, do not worry, you won´t be alone!

IMPORTANT: To enrol on this program, please contact us already NOW and before April 17, 2026: projektsupport(at)boku.ac.at

If you are unsure whether your CV and/or your project idea fits the ERC Call, contact us and we will discuss this together in a brainstorming session. The places available for this program are limited, and based on the first come, first served basis.

Important dates for the ERC StG 2027 and our internal Mentoring Program are available here.

Additionally, we hold an ERC-information seminar on February 23, 2026 “ERC Grants: all you need to know”. You can still register here.

 

Do not hesitate to also check regularly our webpage, where we inform researchers about upcoming calls: https://boku.ac.at/fos

19.01.2026