About Hypatia Fellowship
The Hypatia Fellowship enables outstanding external researchers to establish their own independent research group at Radboud university medical center.
A tenure-track assistant professorship €1.3M Hypatia Fellowship
A tenure-track assistant professorship with a €1.3M Hypatia Fellowship, open to outstanding researchers in any field compatible with our research programs, with preference for our five Top research programs.
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- What?
A tenure-track assistant professorship with a €1.3M research budget, open to research compatible with our research programs, with preference for our five Top research programs. - For whom?
Postdocs with a strong, internationally visible track record relative to their career stage. You have a clear research vision, an excellence in research quality and scientific rigor and have leadership potential. - When?
Applications open on December 1st 2026 and close on January 27st 2027. - Interested? Apply with the button below.
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About the job offer
Interested? Apply! procedure
The procedure is designed to identify exceptional talent and ensure successful embedding within Radboudumc.
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Application
Applications are submitted through an open international call.
- Check that your research fits our research programs. Please find all programs here.
- Review the full criteria and application procedure.
- Submit your application no later than February 1st 2027.
Application portal will open December 1st 2026.
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Selection process
The selection process consists of several stages:
- Eligibility Screening
Verification of eligibility and completeness of the application. - Scientific Pre-Assessment
An initial paper-based evaluation of the applicant's track record, leadership potential, impact, and strategic fit with Radboudumc. - Research Program and Department Matching
Selected candidates are introduced to relevant Research Programs and host departments to explore scientific alignment, embedding opportunities, and mutual fit. - Research Proposal Stage
Candidates who successfully pass the matching stage will be invited to submit a detailed future research plan. - Talent Track Committee Assessment
The strongest candidates will be assessed by the Radboudumc Talent Track Committee. - Final Decision
The final appointment decision is made by the Executive Board.
Please note: only candidates who successfully complete each stage will be invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
- Eligibility Screening
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Application deadline: 27 January 2027
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Key dates
Application deadline: 27 January 2027
- Opening application portal: December 1st 2026
- Exploring mutual fit: March 2027
- Talent Track Committee interview: April-May 2027
- Final decision: end of June 2027
- Expected start date: between September 2027 and March 2028
Exact dates will be specified towards the opening of the application portal.
On offer what the Hypatia Fellowship gives you
One fellowship will be provided including €1.3 million in research funding over five years, combined with appointment at Assistant Professor level and participation in the Radboudumc Talent Track. Successful fellows may progress to a tenured Research Group Leader position, creating a clear pathway towards long-term academic leadership.
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A four- to five-year contract with excellent prospects for tenure. Successful fellows may progress to a permanent faculty position as research group leader within one of Radboudumc's departments.
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Independent budget and freedom to define your own research line and build your own group.
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Automatic enrollment in the Hypatia learning track incl. personal and professional leadership training alongside your research.
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A single, green campus that brings together Radboud University, one of the Netherlands’ leading research universities, and a world-renowned Max Planck Institute, located in a vibrant university town with a strong culture of innovation and sustainability.
Candidate criteria who we're looking for
Candidates for the Hypatia Fellowship must meet the following criteria.
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Hold a PhD degree with typically 3 to 8 years of postdoctoral or equivalent experience. Demonstrates an internationally competitive track record relative to career stage.
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Must have had no employment relationship or contract with Radboudumc or Radboud University in the past five years (preferably recruited from an international institution).
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A clear, independent research vision aligned with Radboudumc’s strategic research programs. Preference is given to candidates whose research strengthens one of our five Top research programs:
- Vector-borne diseases
- Parkinson and other movement disorders
- Hearing and vision for all
- Atherosclerosis & Thrombosis
- Gynecologic oncology
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Demonstrated potential to acquire competitive external research funding and build an independent research line. Proven excellence in scientific quality, rigor, scientific/societal impact, and leadership potential.
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Able to assume the position within 6 months of a positive hiring decision (between September 2027 and March 2028).
Why Radboudumc in Nijmegen
Why Radboudumc
The Radboud university medical center (Radboudumc) is one of the Netherlands' leading academic medical centers and ranks among the top recipients of EU Health-related funding in Europe. Read more about our institution.
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The Radboud university medical center (Radboudumc) is one of the Netherlands' leading academic medical centers and ranks among the top recipients of EU Health-related funding in Europe, evidence of a research culture that competes and wins at the highest international level.
Our five top research programs
Our mission is to have a significant impact on health and healthcare. Five Top research programs concentrate that ambition into areas where Radboudumc has built recognized, internationally visible expertise:
Vector-borne diseases and zoonoses
Combating malaria and other diseases transmitted by insects and other vectors, from fundamental biology to global health impact. Go to research program.
Parkinson and other movement disorders
Advancing the understanding and treatment of Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders, building on Nijmegen's internationally recognized expertise in this field. Go to research program.
Hearing and vision for all
Protecting and restoring sensory function across the lifespan, from molecular mechanisms to clinical care. Go to research program.
Atherosclerosis & Thrombosis
Investigating the biology of cardiovascular disease, from plaque formation to clotting, to reduce the global burden of vascular disease. Go to research program.
Gynecologic oncology
Improving the diagnosis, treatment and quality of life of patients with cancers of the female reproductive system. Go to research program.
Other careers at Radboudumc
Why Nijmegen
A compact, walkable, bike-friendly city on the river Waal, close to the German border. Read more to learn more about our city.
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Radboudumc Technology Centers
Our state-of-the-art technology centers are an access point for technological expertise, high-end equipment and biobanks.
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Research support facilitated by the research institute
We offer coordinated support for every phase of your research.
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International Office for new international employees, guest and interns
We support employee mobility by advising and helping international employees with their move to the Netherlands and other practical matters. We also support departments receiving visiting researchers and employees from abroad.
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For candidates
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What can I expect in the Hypatia Learning Track?
The Hypatia Learning track is designed to support and train talented researchers in their development towards a tenured research group leader position. Researchers within the Talent Track benefit from professional and personal development training, mentoring and a peer network. The program includes training in, PhD supervision, leadership development, development of a funding strategy.
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What is the Talent Track committee?
The Talent Track committee is a centrally organized committee consisting of research group leaders from different departments and expertise that assess candidates for appointment to researcher in Talent Track, Assistant professor in Talent Track, and Associate Professor-Research Group Leader. The Talent Track committee is tasked to assess whether the selected Hypatia candidate fellow fulfills the Talent criteria for entering as Assistant professor in Talent Track.
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Do I need a host department before applying?
No. You do not need to have prior contact with a department, Research Programme, or supervisor at Radboudumc before applying. The selection process is designed to be open and accessible to external candidates from around the world.
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How is the host department selected?
During the selection process, shortlisted candidates are matched with relevant Research Programmes and potential host departments based on scientific fit, collaboration opportunities, and long-term embedding potential.
For Radboudumc employees & departments
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My department does not have a core-RGL position available. Is it possible that the Hypatia fellowship candidate will join our department?
Yes, the candidate will be hired as Assistant-professor in Talent Track phase 2. After successful evaluation at the end of the Talent Track a variable-RGL position becomes available to the candidate.
