A major opportunity has just opened for ambitious PhD candidates and early-career researchers aiming to expand their research footprint in Europe. The EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme for Young Researchers for the class of 2026 has officially launched its highly anticipated second call, offering funded short-term research mobility across leading European universities working at the frontier of transdisciplinary health research. This programme is designed for researchers who want more than a line on their CV—those seeking real collaboration, senior mentorship, and international research exposure without the burden of tuition or self-funding.
With mobility funding allocated across multiple European universities, structured supervision by senior researchers, and access to a powerful research network, the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme positions itself as one of the most strategic research mobility opportunities for young scholars in health-related disciplines in 2026.
The programme allocates a total of 75 fully supported mobility months, distributed equally across the three Widening universities, enabling selected researchers to gain hands-on experience, co-author publications, and build long-term academic collaborations across Europe.
Benefits of the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme
Winning the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme for Young Researchers means stepping into a fully supported research environment designed for growth, impact, and international visibility. Selected researchers receive funded mobility that supports their stay at a host university within the Consortium, allowing them to focus entirely on research without worrying about financial barriers.
Participants benefit from structured mentorship under a senior researcher or research group leader, access to advanced research infrastructure, and integration into an elite European research ecosystem. The programme also prioritizes collaboration with non-widening Consortium universities, significantly strengthening academic networks and future career prospects. Beyond funding, the real value lies in international research exposure, cross-institutional publications, and long-term collaboration potential within the EUTOPIA_HEALTH network.
Who can apply? Eligibility explained simply
The EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme is targeted at emerging researchers who are ready to scale their academic impact through international collaboration.
Eligibility requirements include:
- PhD students currently enrolled at one of the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Widening universities
- Early-career researchers within 8 years post-PhD
- Formal affiliation with one of the three Widening institutions
- Research focus aligned with transdisciplinary health-related challenges
- Willingness to undertake short-term mobility under supervision at a host Consortium university
- Mandatory registration on the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Research Map prior to application.
The application submission period for the EUTOPIA_HEALTH Cross-University Mobility Programme for Young Researchers runs from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026. Applicants aiming for early evaluation should submit by 31 December 2025, while the final deadline to apply for this funded European research mobility opportunity is 31 March 2026.