Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now, The Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) aims to strengthen nursing in Denmark by promoting a research-driven approach and supporting the continuous advancement of the nursing profession. Its goal is to enhance the quality of nursing practice and improve patient care. Through the Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research, the Foundation provides outstanding early-career nursing researchers with an opportunity to build and advance their careers in nursing research.

If you’re interested in this prestigious fellowship program, we encourage you to read the article carefully and follow the application guidelines closely. Make sure to review all eligibility criteria and submit your application within the specified timeline.

Last Date of Application: 17^th September 2026

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now  Areas of Support

The programme welcomes applications from all fields of nursing research. However, priority will be given to projects that focus on transitional care and nursing within the primary healthcare sector.

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a registered nurse
• Hold a PhD degree (or an equivalent academic qualification), or have their PhD approved for defence before the application deadline. The PhD must be officially awarded before the fellowship begins
• There is no restriction based on the number of years since completing the PhD
• Be affiliated with a university, university college, hospital, or another non-profit research institution in Denmark throughout the fellowship period
• Include the name of a mentor, supervisor, or research group leader, who must agree to participate in the project
• Submit a hosting letter signed by the head of the hosting department confirming that the institution will host the project, administer the grant, and provide the necessary office and research facilities

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now  Application Rules

• The fellowship is awarded to individual applicants and cannot be shared with others
• Only one application may be submitted per call
• Applicants may submit only one proposal for the same research project in a calendar year. Duplicate or nearly identical applications submitted to different calls within the same year will be rejected administratively
• Researchers may submit applications for different projects or grant types within the same year
• Applicants who already hold an active NNF grant of one type are eligible to apply for a different type of grant

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now Funding Details

The programme offers up to DKK 7.3 million in total funding. Individual applicants can receive up to DKK 2.43 million for research projects lasting up to three years.

Applicants also have the option to undertake the fellowship part-time if they wish to combine research with clinical work. In such cases:

• At least 50% of working time must be dedicated to the fellowship project
• The fellowship period will be extended accordingly
• The budget should still represent a full-time three-year project
• The total funding request cannot exceed DKK 2.43 million
• Part-time arrangements must be clearly explained in the budget notes

 Postdoctoral Fellowships in Nursing Research 2026 Application Open Now  Eligible Expenses

Funding may be requested for project-related costs, including:

• Salary for the principal applicant
• Salary for a research technician or research nurse
• Operating costs, including project implementation, materials, equipment, statistical analysis, and data processing
• Conference, workshop, and research presentation travel expenses of up to DKK 25,000 per budget year
• Project-related travel, including research stays abroad, provided the visit is fully described and supported by documentation from the host institution
• Publication costs for project findings of up to DKK 25,000 per budget year
• Bench fees to cover direct research expenses, clearly specified in the budget
• Administrative support expenses, which may account for up to 5% of the total project budget

How to apply?

The application and all additional materials must be submitted in English.

When all applications have been assessed, applicants will be notified about whether they

have been awarded a grant. The notification e -mail will be sent from normanoreply@novo.dk to the e-mail address used when creating a profile in NORMA.

PLEASE NOTE: The Foundation does not provide feedback in case an application is declined.

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FAQs – Novo Nordisk Foundation Postdoc Fellowships in Nursing Research

1. Who is eligible to apply for the Novo Nordisk Foundation Postdoc Fellowships in Nursing Research?

Registered nurses who hold a PhD (or an equivalent qualification) or have had their PhD accepted for defence by the application deadline are eligible to apply. Applicants must also be affiliated with a non-profit research institution in Denmark throughout the fellowship period.

2. Which research areas are prioritised under this fellowship programme?

The programme supports all areas of nursing research, with particular emphasis on projects focusing on transitional care and nursing in the primary healthcare sector.

3. How much funding is available through the fellowship?

Each fellowship provides funding of up to DKK 2.43 million for projects lasting up to three years. The overall programme has a funding pool of up to DKK 7.3 million.

4. What expenses can be covered by the fellowship grant?

The grant can support salaries, research staff, project operating costs, equipment, travel for conferences or research visits, publication expenses, bench fees, and limited administrative support directly related to the project.

5. Can applicants work part-time during the fellowship?

Yes. Fellows may combine the postdoctoral project with clinical work, provided they dedicate at least 50% of their working time to the research project. In such cases, the fellowship duration can be extended accordingly.

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