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FRS-FNRS Postdoctoral Mandates (CR / CSPD / SPD)

FRS-FNRS Postdoctoral Mandates (CR / CSPD / SPD)

Funds postdoctoral mandates supporting independent research at French-speaking Belgian universities.

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FRS-FNRS funds postdoctoral researchers at French-speaking Belgian universities through an annual Grants and Fellowships call, offering four mandate types across standard postdoctoral and clinical specialist tracks. The CR (Chargé de Recherches) is the primary postdoctoral mandate, awarded for three years with the possibility of extension to six years when external co-funding supports work conduct…

Postdoctoral mandates across all fundamental research disciplines hosted at French-speaking Belgian universities, including dedicated clinical tracks (CSPD, SPD) for medical doctors combining specialisation with basic research.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36–72 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.frs-fnrs.be