Objective
FutureChips is a 60-month postdoctoral programme offering excellent researchers a 36-month fellowship in the field of next-generation semiconductor technologies. The 20 Fellows, recruited in two calls through a transparent, open, merit-based and international selection process, will have the freedom to implement their individual and specific research topics within the broad scope of the programme, promoting scientific creativity, independent thinking, and breakthrough innovation.
Research will be carried out at Tampere University, Finland’s second-largest and most industry-engaged university, known internationally for excellence in photonics and chip design. Situated in one of Europe’s top 5 semiconductor hubs, the university offers a unique ecosystem where research organisations, start-ups, and established players collaborate closely.
FutureChips will prepare the 20 postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in semiconductor science and technology. Fellows will benefit from interdisciplinary supervision, mentoring, and tailored career development. The programme offers advanced research training, intersectoral secondments, and international mobility to deepen expertise in areas such as advanced materials, chip design, novel architectures, and packaging. Fellows will gain insight into the full semiconductor value chain and the skills to turn scientific knowledge into innovation - preparing them for impactful careers across academia and industry.
FutureChips is directly aligned with the EU Chips Act, which aims to strengthen Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem, reduce strategic dependencies, and address the skills gap in microelectronics. By attracting global talent and fostering world-class research, the programme will reinforce Tampere University’s position as a hub for semiconductor excellence and boost Europe’s capacity for innovation, technological sovereignty, and leadership in semiconductor design and manufacturing.
Keywords
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Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
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HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
MAIN PROGRAMME
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Topic(s)
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Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
HORIZON-TMA-MSCA-Cofund-P - HORIZON TMA MSCA Cofund Postdoctoral programme
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-MSCA-2025-COFUND-01
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33100 TAMPERE
Finland
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