Vienna BioCenter Summer School 2026, Austria – Talents for Future Fully Funded Research Program

Job Description

The Vienna BioCenter Summer School 2026 in Austria, under the “Talents for Future” initiative, offers an incredible fully funded research opportunity in biology for highly motivated students from around the world—regardless of socio-economic background.
The program is especially keen on supporting talented students from underprivileged backgrounds, for whom this kind of international exposure could be truly life-changing and career-defining.
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About the Program
Each selected fellow will:
• Be matched with a faculty member at the Vienna BioCenter (VBC)
• Work on a cutting-edge research project in that professor’s laboratory
• Be fully integrated into the lab’s scientific environment
With support and supervision from lab members, scholars will:
• Perform experiments
• Analyse data
• Develop and discuss research ideas
• Present and reflect on their findings
Beyond hands-on lab work, participants will also join:
• Lab meetings
• Journal clubs
• Other scientific and social activities at the Vienna BioCenter
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Program Summary – Vienna BioCenter Summer School 2026
• Type: Research Program / Training
• Country: Austria
• City & Location: Vienna, Vienna BioCenter (VBC)
• Duration: 4 weeks
• Eligible Nationalities: Open to students from all countries
• Benefits:
o Fully furnished free accommodation
o €1400 stipend to cover living expenses
o Healthcare coverage
o Round-trip airfare and travel expenses
o Unlimited public transport pass for exploring Vienna
• Application Deadline: 11 January 2026
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Eligibility Criteria
The Vienna BioCenter Summer School 2026 is open to:
• Undergraduate and Master’s students from any nationality
• Students who are:
o Pursuing a BA (Hons), Master’s, or MSc degree
o Major in Life Sciences fields such as:
 Molecular Biology
 Cell Biology
 Chemistry
 Or related disciplines
• Students who have:
o Completed at least 2 years of a Bachelor’s degree, or
o Completed at least 1 year of a Master’s degree
• Applicants with a strong academic record
Interested candidates are encouraged to read the VBC Summer School FAQs for full details on eligibility and application guidelines.
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Benefits & Perks
During your stay in Vienna, you will receive:
• Free furnished accommodation near or within easy access to the research center
• A €1400 stipend to help cover daily living costs
• Healthcare coverage during the program period
• A round-trip airfare ticket (travel expenses fully covered)
• An unlimited public transport pass, allowing you to explore Vienna with ease
In addition, the program includes:
• An opening welcome dinner
• Visits to iconic Vienna landmarks
• A trip to a traditional heurigen (local wine tavern)
• A final Summer School celebration
• Various social and academic activities on campus
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Required Documents
Applicants will typically need to submit:
• Enrolment Certificate
• Transcript of studies / exam results
• Proof of enrolment for the next academic year (if applicable)
• A Personal Statement (motivation letter)