Applications Invited for MOPGA 2026: Visiting Fellowship Program for Early Career Researchers

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About the Organization

Campus France is the official French government agency dedicated to promoting French higher education and assisting international students in studying in France. It provides guidance and support throughout the entire study abroad process, from selecting a program and submitting applications to navigating visa requirements and cultural integration. The agency offers resources such as information on universities, scholarships, and application procedures, and it organizes events and counseling sessions for prospective students. 

About the Fellowship

In line with its commitment to the Paris Agreement, France, a major player in the fight against climate change, is launching a new edition of the MOPGA program to strengthen scientific contributions to the issues addressed at the Conferences of the Parties (COP).

This ninth call for applications, funded by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR) and implemented by Campus France, will welcome international early career researchers wishing to conduct a research project in France, thereby promoting their collaboration with leading French research institutions.

Research themes

Five major research areas are eligible:

• Earth system sciences
• Climate change ciences and sustainability science
• Energy transition
• Societal challenges related to environmental issues
• Human, animal, and environmental health as defined within the One Health approach*

Innovative approaches promoting advanced technologies will be favored during the selection.

The fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 months.

Each fellowship includes (exclusively):

• a monthly allowance of €2,500;
• a one-time installation grant of €500;
• health coverage: health insurance, civil liability, and repatriation assistance (followed by complementary health coverage once affiliation to the French social security system is completed).

This program is part of the Research Stay Scheme (séjour de recherche), created by the Research Programming Law 2021–2030 (LPR, Article 12) and enshrined in the French Research Code under Article L.434-1. Laureates are granted the status of French Government Scholarship holders (BGF). The fellowship is paid directly by Campus France. A research stay hosting agreement must be established between the host institution in France and the researcher.

By supporting an application, host laboratories commit to providing a scientific environment suited to the project throughout the fellowship period. The host laboratory does not receive any funding; the fellowship amount is intended solely to cover the living expenses of the visiting researcher.

Eligibility

Individuals fitting the following criteria are eligible to apply:

• Applicants who do NOT hold French citizenship
• Foreign researchers holding a doctoral degree for less than 5 years (must have passed their thesis defense between December 2020 and December 2025)
• Foreign researchers who have not resided in France between Sept. 12th, 2025 and Dec. 12th, 2025 (more than 90 days)

How to Apply

Applicants must provide the following documents:

• CV with list of publications ( max. 4 pages)
• PhD Diploma (or completion certificate)
• CV of the scientific advisor at the host laboratory (max. 2 pages)
• Letter of support from the scientific advisor, co-signed by the laboratory director or accompanied by a letter of commitment from the latter, certifying the availability of the scientific environment and resources necessary for the successful completion of the research project, as well as alignment with the laboratory’s objectives
• Up to 3 letters of recommendation
• Passport or proof of ID

Applicants must submit their research project online at the following link: : https://campusfrance.smapply.io/prog/mopga-2026/

December 12th 2025: Application period ends   

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