Applications are now open for the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027, which is aimed at early career researchers seeking to undertake postdoctoral research in France. The programme focuses on supporting scientific work that can contribute to a better understanding of climate change and related environmental challenges.
The 2027 fellowship is expected to welcome at least 60 early career researchers from eligible backgrounds who wish to continue their research within French academic and scientific institutions. It offers researchers an opportunity to work in an international environment while developing projects connected to some of the major climate and sustainability issues facing societies today.
The programme is supported by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in partnership with the French Ministry for Higher Education and Research. Campus France is responsible for implementing the fellowship, providing an established framework through which selected researchers can pursue their postdoctoral research activities in France.
Early career researchers whose academic interests and research work align with climate change and related scientific priorities are encouraged to examine the eligibility requirements before applying. The MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027 can provide selected researchers with international research exposure and a platform to further develop work addressing important global environmental challenges.
SUMMARY:
- Fellowship Sponsor(s): Government of France
- Host Institution(s): Institutions in France
- Funding Amount: Not specified
- Number of Awards: 60
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Nationality: International Students
MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027 | Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be foreign researchers holding a doctoral degree for less than 5 years.
- No nationality restrictions (except France)
- Applicants must be willing to fully commit to the fellowship during their stay in France.
- Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic and research abilities.
- Be willing to abide by the guidelines governing the conduct of fellows.
Fellowship Benefits
- Monthly allowance of 2,500 euros.
- Moving allowance of 500 euros.
- Health Insurance plan covering civil liability and repatriation assistance until the MOPGA Fellow’s registration to the French Social Security Scheme.
- Complementary Health Insurance plan covering civil liability and repatriation assistance once the Social Security registration process is effective.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the MOPGA Fellowship Program 2026 are to complete an online application and provide all the required information and documents on or before the application deadline. Incomplete application will not be accepted.
Supporting Documents:
- CV including the list of your publications in English (4 pages max).
- PhD Diploma (or certificate of PhD diploma).
- CV of your research supervisor in the French host institution (2 pages max).
- Letter of support from the French host institution.
- Letters of recommendation (3 max).
- Passport or proof of ID
Application Deadline: December 15, 2026
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