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SekMo — Intersectoral Mobility Mobility Measure

SekMo — Hiring a Researcher in a Company

Funds Estonian companies hiring researchers for applied research and experimental development projects.

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The Estonian Research Council presents SekMo as a cross-sectoral mobility grant measure administered by Riigi Tugiteenuste Keskus, with applications conducted through the e-toetuste environment. The measure connects academic and non-academic sectors to increase employee movement, knowledge transfer, and collaboration between Estonian research and development institutions, universities, and public

Cross-sector mobility support for Estonian private-sector applicants hiring researchers from positively evaluated research and development institutions to conduct applied research or experimental development projects aligned with TAIE smart-specialisation topics.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.31 Dec 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.3–24 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.30%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€6M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: etag.ee