MSCA Postdoctoral hosting in Development aid and democratic governance

USP‑CEU is seeking excellent postdoctoral researchers interested in applying for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA‑PF 2026).

USP‑CEU holds the HR Excellence in Research (HRS4R) Award and is strongly committed to attracting and supporting international research talent.

USP‑CEU is a competitive and supportive host institution for MSCA‑PF candidates, with a strong track record including 10 awarded fellowships , an exceptional 100/100 score , and two recent successes in the MSCA‑PF 2025 call . We offer personalised guidance throughout the proposal preparation process, as well as our International Talent Retention Programme , which provides successful MSCA Fellows with an additional 6–12‑month contract to support long‑term career development.

Hosting Research Group

Our research group examines how public policies, financial instruments, development programmes and international financing mechanisms contribute to...