FranceAToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme supports postdoctoral mobility and funds high-level postdoctoral research in health, global changes, and sustainable transitions under the TIRIS initiative.
The programme is coordinated by the University of Toulouse, co-funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe (MSCA-COFUND, Grant Agreement No. 101216810), and aims to strengthen international attractiveness by supporting researchers in mobility.
AToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Benefits
- 24-month employment contract
- Competitive monthly allowance including mobility and social security
- Access to top research infrastructure
- Personalised training and mentoring
- Full employment contract (French hosting institution)
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AToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Eligibility Criteria
- Hold a PhD by the application deadline
- Present a full-time research project that is not already funded by the European Union
- Meet the MSCA mobility requirement by not having resided or carried out their main activity in France for more than 12 months during the 36 months preceding the deadline
- Not be permanently employed by their prospective host institution
Research Areas
- Health and Well-being: Personalised medicine, healthy ageing, artificial intelligence, and social and environmental impacts on health.
- Global Changes and Society: Climate change adaptation, sustainable public policies, economic models, social transformation, and technology.
- Sustainable Transitions: Green energy, intelligent mobility, circular economy, innovative materials, and responsible industrialisation.
How to Apply for AToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme?
- Check your eligibility and ensure you hold a PhD by the deadline and meet the mobility and employment rules
- Find a host laboratory affiliated with AToUT and a suitable supervisor using https://www.univ-toulouse.fr/guide-de-recherche
- Prepare your PhD certificate, CV, motivation letter, previous research experience, research proposal and ethics self-assessment following the Guide for Applicants
- Complete and submit your application through the AToUT application platform before the deadline
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Friday, 26 February 2027. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the AToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, selection and how to apply.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is 26 February 2027.
How long is the fellowship contract?
The fellowship offers a 24-month employment contract.
How many fellowships are offered?
There are 44 fellowships of 24 months (three calls).
Who coordinates the AToUT programme?
The programme is coordinated by the University of Toulouse.
What funding supports AToUT?
AToUT is co-funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe (MSCA-COFUND, Grant Agreement No. 101216810).
What are the main research areas?
Research areas are Health and well-being; Global changes and its impact on society; and Sustainable transitions.
What are the key selection stages?
Selection includes an eligibility check, scientific evaluation by experts, an interview with an interdisciplinary panel, and a final funding decision by the interview committee.
When will results be announced?
Results are scheduled for July 2027.
When are interviews held?
Interviews are scheduled for 23–25 June 2027 and consist of a 10-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute discussion.
How can I contact the programme?
Contact by email at atout@univ-toulouse.fr or visit Toulouse Community of Institutions and Universities – 41 Allées Jules Guesde, 31000 Toulouse in France.
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