Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships (EU funded postdocs)

The 2025 Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships scheme is now closed for applications. Information about the 2026 scheme will be shared on this page when available. We have left the 2025 scheme information on this page, as this may help you to plan – but please bear in mind that deadlines will change. 

If you are interested in applying to this scheme in 2026, we ask that you register your interest by contacting the LCS Research Team via email.  

The University of Leeds offers some useful guidance for applicants to this scheme, including advice on planning your budget and how to apply.  

LCS internal process: historic 2025 advice for applicants

Please note that LCS operates a rigorous peer review system for these applications. You are strongly encouraged to get in touch with us at the earliest possible opportunity so that we can help you shape your research project.

Please note that potential applicants will need to pass an internal assessment before the School will confirm whether their application to this scheme will be supported. Potential applicants should submit a CV and detailed project proposal to LCSResearch@leeds.ac.uk for consideration. 

Applications are submitted jointly by the researcher and the UK academic supervisor. You must make contact with your potential mentor well in advance of the internal deadline (and at least 6–8 weeks before) and notify LCSResearch@leeds.ac.uk as soon as possible to declare your intention to apply.

If you do not have a mentor in mind, please see our research pages, staff profiles and searchable mentor lists and feel free to make contact directly with relevant colleagues.

2025 Deadlines

Please note that the University’s internal deadline for this scheme will be at least two weeks before the funder deadline, which is 10 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications must be received at least six weeks (30 July 25) before the external deadline if you wish to receive peer review on your complete draft application (though earlier submission is strongly encouraged, particularly considering staff annual leave over the summer period). We will return feedback within 7–14 days of receipt.