Calls for fellowship
Approximate call application deadlines
Second call
15 December 2025 (up to 22 fellowships)
Third call
15 December 2026 (up to 22 fellowships)
| Timeline* | |
| Dates | Action |
| 15 December 2025 | Opening of 2nd call |
| 26 January 2026 | Application deadline. Closing of 2nd call. |
| February-April 2026 | Evaluation and selection of candidates |
|
Mid-April 2026 |
Online interviews with selection committee |
|
Start-May 2026 |
Online host interviews |
| End-May 2026 | Answers to applicants |
|
1 September 2026 |
Start of employment |
* All dates are approximate dates
Our very first call for PhD positions under the INTERACT programme sparked impressive interest from early stage researchers around the globe. We received 744 applications. A clear sign that interdisciplinary health research is thriving!
After the initial eligibility check, 489 applications moved forward to Evaluation Phase 1. From there, 70 reached Evaluation Phase 2, where each candidate was interviewed online by the selection committee.
Finally, 18 talented candidates were selected and offered positions in the programme. All applicants have been informed individually about their results.
A big thank you to everyone who applied and helped make this first call a success. We have already welcomed the fellows from the first call and look forward to the next round!
Stay tuned. Our second call will open on 15th December. Don’t miss your chance to join INTERACT!