WASP, together with the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, invites applications for postdoctoral stipends. The two-year WASP scholarship is awarded for postdoctoral studies at leading universities worldwide.
In addition to being eligible to apply for the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation’s regular postdoc scholarships, an exclusive scholarship is available for WASP doctoral students upon completion of their dissertation.
The WASP International Postdoctoral Scholarship offers positions at top universities globally. This scholarship adheres to the same criteria and conditions as other postdoc programs awarded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Before applying, the candidates must first obtain a letter of invitation from a world-leading hosting researcher in a WASP-related field. The hosting department shall also confirm that the position will be funded through a stipend.
Following the postdoctoral studies, there is an opportunity to apply for funding from WASP to support a research position at a Swedish university affiliated with WASP for up to two years, should the scholar not secure another position.
The stipend covers up to two years of postdoctoral studies. The stipend amounts will align with the standard rates of the respective institutions. Additionally, a travel grant of USD 7,500 per year and an annual allowance of USD 15,000 for accompanying family members are provided. The Fellows will also be covered by a Health Plan/Insurance for post-docs.
- At the time the postdoc period starts, the applicants should have a doctor’s degree from a Swedish university no older than 2 years after the dissertation date as well as a connection to a Swedish university or corresponding non-profit research organization. Scientific merit, adjusted to the applicant’s age, will be an important factor in the assessment.
- Applicants cannot be employed/Scholar at the intended host/University prior to the Wallenberg post-doc.
- The Stipend cannot be combined with other stipends or positions.
- The family allowance must be applied for separately through a direct request to the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Submit instead of the budget a document, indicating if you intend to apply for the Accompanying family member allowance.
Targeted positions
WASP has close collaboration with Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), US Berkeley, Aalto University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), ETH Zurich, MILA – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute, and Imperial College London.
For interest in postdoctoral positions at these universities, please contact Professor Bo Wahlberg: bo@kth.se
Application
The WASP International Postdoctoral Scholarship promotes postdoc studies at well-renowned universities abroad.
If the applicant intends to apply for a WASP postdoctoral position at Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Broad Institute, or Nanyang Technological University (NTU), please use the specified links below to submit your application.
For applications to all other universities, please use the WASP International Postdoctoral Scholarship application form.
Complete application shall be submitted via the Foundation’s electronic application system according to links below no later than 14th of November at 1pm.
Additional requirements
Applicants who have completed their PhD within the WASP Graduate School must clearly indicate this in their application.
If the applicant has not fulfilled the required number of credits within the WASP Graduate School (24/27hp), a written motivation explaining the reasons must be included.
Applicants are requested to include a link to their Google Scholar profile in the application.
Application Form
WASP International Postdoctoral Scholarship
The Wallenberg Foundation Postdoctoral Scholarship Program at Stanford University
