Published on 25.11.2025

Open Calls


Looking for your next funding opportunity? Here’s a friendly roundup of the main calls coming up over the next months.

SNSF & Innosuisse

A few important SNSF deadlines are already on the horizon. Postdoc.Mobility is coming up on 3 February 2026, and the SNSF Starting Grants 2026 will follow on 5 May 2026. If you’re interested in more topic-specific schemes, the SNSF also runs various specialized calls; you can always check what’s currently open on their website.

On Innosuisse’s side, two BRIDGE calls are approaching:

Also worth keeping in mind: the SNSF will be adapting its funding schemes from 2026 onward due to federal budget cuts. As a consequence, some programmes may look different moving forward. You can find more information about the affected schemes here.

EU Funding

If you’re eyeing European opportunities, the ERC Consolidator Grant might be on your radar. The next deadline is 13 January 2026, aimed at researchers about 7–12 years post-PhD who are ready to consolidate their independent research path.

University of Fribourg

Unifr also has several internal schemes coming up:

If none of these quite fit what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to explore additional sources on Pivot-RP or reach out to the SPR. We’re always happy to help you navigate the funding landscape and find something that matches your project.