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The Institute of Philosophy and Sociology (IFiS PAN) at the Polish Academy of Sciences is inviting expressions of interest for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025. This prestigious opportunity is designed for early-career researchers in the fields of philosophy and sociology, aiming to enhance their academic careers through advanced research and international collaboration.
Key Details:
* Funding Type: Partial Funding
* Location: Poland
* Degree Level: Fellowship
* Available Subjects: Philosophy, Sociology
* Eligible Nationalities: Open to all nationalities
* Application Deadline: September 10, 2025
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About the Fellowship
The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships aim to:
* Support early-career researchers in gaining new skills and expanding their academic networks.
* Help candidates become independent scholars.
* Provide automatic consideration for the ERA Fellowships if hosted in a Widening Country like Poland.
* Offer funding opportunities for those awarded the Seal of Excellence in the MSCA assessment.
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Benefits of the Fellowship
* Mentorship from leading scholars in philosophy and sociology.
* Expert guidance in writing MSCA proposals.
* Access to institutional and global research networks.
* A collaborative environment with dedicated support for early-career researchers.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, candidates must:
1. Hold a PhD and have no more than eight years of postdoctoral experience.
2. Not have resided or conducted their main activity in Poland for more than 12 months in the three years prior to the call deadline.
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Application Procedure
Interested researchers must submit the following documents via email by May 16, 2025:
1. A detailed CV including academic achievements and publication list.
2. A 2-page research proposal outlining the intended project, its aims, methodology, and relevance to IFiS PAN’s research themes.
Selected candidates will receive comprehensive support from the IFiS PAN team to prepare and submit the final MSCA application.
Timeline
* Call Launch: April 9, 2025
* IFiS PAN Internal Deadline: May 16, 2025
* MSCA Application Deadline: September 10, 2025
* Notification of Results: February 2026 (tentative)
* Fellowship Start Date: April 2026 (tentative)
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Why Choose IFiS PAN?
Located in Warsaw, IFiS PAN is a leading research institute in Central Europe for philosophy, sociology, and interdisciplinary social science research. The institute offers:
* Access to experienced MSCA supervisors and former fellows.
* Integration into the Graduate School for Social Research (GSSR).
* A vibrant academic community with cross-disciplinary and international cooperation.
* A diverse and supportive research environment welcoming scholars from underrepresented groups.
For more information and to apply, visit the IFiS PAN application page [https://ifispan.pl/call-for-expressions-of-interest-marie-curie-msca-era-postdoctoral-fellowships-at-the-polish-academy-of-sciences/].