Advance Your Research in a Human-Centered Environment: Host Your MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Institut Catholique de Lille
At the Institut Catholique de Lille (ICL)—a multidisciplinary university committed to humanistic values and social innovation—researchers tackle the major societal challenges of our time. With five faculties and a dynamic network of research centers and institutes, the ICL supports high-level research in fields such as law, ethics, political science, engineering, education, health, sustainability and environment, societal transitions, theology, and more.
Priority topics include the following areas. Nonetheless, the call remains open to any project relevant to the disciplines and expertise of the host research teams
- “Silver Society” and vulnerability/disability.
- Cities, territories and human-centered intelligent mobility.
- Industry of the future for a positive impact on the environment and humanity.
- Geopolitics and risks.
The ICL actively participates in European and international research programmes, promoting cross-border and interdisciplinary collaboration. Learn more: https://www.univ-catholille.fr/en/research-presentation/
We strongly value academic freedom, diversity, and the internationalisation of research, and welcome early-career researchers from around the world to develop their careers at our institution.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships: Host Your Research at ICL
Researchers interested in applying for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (MSCA PF) under Horizon Europe are invited to consider ICL as a host institution.
Within this call for applications, we support European Fellowships (for candidates coming to ICL from another country).
Applicants may be hosted by any of our research units, provided their project aligns with ICL’s scientific priorities and available expertise.
Support and Hosting Conditions
Postdoctoral Fellows hosted at ICL will benefit from:
- A dedicated academic supervisor from the host unit
- Personalised support for project development and proposal writing from the Vice-Rectorate for Research and the Hub Financement
- Administrative and financial guidance throughout the grant lifecycle
- Access to ICL’s research infrastructure and networks
- Integration support: mobility assistance, housing guidance, and French language resources
- Opportunities for collaboration across faculties and with international partners
- Involvement in ICL strategic programmes, such as Vision 2030 and SMOS-IN/OUT, where applicable
Eligibility and Profile
In line with MSCA eligibility rules:
- Candidates of any nationality may apply
- You must hold a doctoral degree (PhD) at the call deadline
- You must not have resided or carried out your main activity in France for more than 12 months in the 36 months preceding the call deadline
- Your research proposal must be compatible with the work of one or more ICL research centres or teams
- Interdisciplinary and societally relevant approaches are especially welcome
How to Request ICL Hosting Support
Before submitting your application to the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship call, please send the following documents to the contact below:
- A detailed CV (including publication list)
- A draft of your research proposal (5 pages max)
- A short motivation letter explaining your interest in being hosted at ICL
- An indication of the ICL research unit or faculty you wish to join
- One academic reference letter
Email to: recherche@univ-catholille.fr
We guarantee strict confidentiality of all personal data and project concepts shared with us.
Timeline
To ensure sufficient support from our team, we recommend contacting us at least two months prior to the MSCA PF call launch. Early exchanges will allow us to review your eligibility, connect you with potential supervisors, and provide guidance on improving your proposal.
Note on employment conditions
Successful MSCA Fellows hosted by ICL will be offered a research contract in accordance with the grant budget and French labour regulations. Conditions may vary depending on the host faculty and the project scope.
