Postdoctoral opportunities · Moscow, Russia

Bring your research ideas to a university where medicine, biology, engineering and technology meet.

Sechenov University invites early-career researchers to explore its competitive postdoctoral programme. Find a project that fits your expertise, learn about the support available and prepare your application.

Students working together with interactive anatomy equipment at Sechenov University
A research degreeFor holders of a PhD, Candidate of Sciences or Doctor of Sciences degree.
English is welcomeWork and communication can take place in English. Russian is not mandatory.
International applicantsMigration assistance and visa support are available to foreign participants.

Find a direction for your research

The programme covers medicine, biology, pharmacy and applications of information technology in these fields. Explore current projects and identify where your methods and experience could contribute.

Genomics & proteomicsRegenerative medicineNeuroscienceAI in medicine

Examples on the official website include digital cardiology, AI in urology and clinical decision support for respiratory infections. Browse all current research projects.

Researcher operating robotic equipment at Sechenov University

Support for your next career stage

Research environment

Access university research infrastructure and work alongside scientists from different disciplines.

Funding and publications

Get support with external grant applications and the publication of research results.

Professional development

Opportunities include conferences, internships, teaching and mentoring.

Practical support

The programme offers a competitive salary, social benefits and organisational assistance. Confirm the terms for your project with the programme team.

From a research idea to an application

Choose a project and check the requirements

Review the project catalogue and the current eligibility conditions on the official programme website.

Prepare your research proposal and documents

Explain your proposed project’s relevance, objectives, methods and expected contribution in your motivation letter. Check which documents need a Russian translation and notarisation.

Submit through the official application form

Use the form linked from the university’s programme website. For questions about your project or documents, contact postdoc@sechenov.ru.

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Before you apply

Can I apply from outside Russia?

The programme welcomes international researchers and provides migration and visa support for foreign participants. Ask the team about arrangements for your circumstances.

Do I need to speak Russian?

The official programme FAQ states that work and communication are possible in English. Russian is helpful but is not a mandatory requirement.

Can I propose my own research project?

The official document requirements allow a motivation letter for a listed project or your own proposal. Explain its relevance, methods and expected scientific contribution.

Where can I confirm eligibility and available projects?

Use postdoc.sechenov.ru for the current conditions, available directions and application instructions.

Ready to explore your next step?

Start with the projects that match your background. If you have questions about eligibility, documents or research fit, write to the programme team.

Programme website: postdoc.sechenov.ru
Email: postdoc@sechenov.ru

Programme information is based on the university’s official website. You can also read our postdoctoral programme overview.

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