Funder: European Research Council
Due Dates: July 9, 2025 (Call opens) | October 14, 2025 (Deadline) | April 28, 2026 (Step 1 results) | August 25, 2026 (Final selection)
Funding Amounts: Up to €1.5M over 5 years; up to €1M additional funding (or €2M for PIs relocating from outside EU/Associated Countries).
Summary: Supports outstanding early-career researchers of any nationality to lead independent, innovative projects at European host institutions, with selection based solely on scientific excellence.
Key Information: Applicants must have 2–7 years post-PhD (defended between Jan 1, 2019 and Dec 31, 2023, extensions possible for career breaks).