NCCR Automation Fellowship FAQ

1. When will I receive a notification of whether I receive the fellowship? The results of the NCCR Automation Fellowship will be released in ,id-December 2023.
2. How do I apply? You must apply using the application platform. Please have a look at the guidelines. Also check the requirements of the institution you aim for:
   • Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)
   • École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
   • Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich (ETH Zurich)
   • University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)
   • University of Basel
   • University of Zurich (UZH)
   • University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

2. How much monetary support does the program provide? The program provides up to CHF 3’000/month and CHF 20’000 in total per fellowship recipient. 

3. Which costs are eligible? Eligible are up to 20’000 CHF, including: 
   • Increased living costs (in comparison to the country of origin), 
   • child support, if applicable, 
   • travel with 1 return ticket in economy class.

4. Which costs are not eligible?  
   • Visa application related, 
   • Materials of enduring value (e.g. laptops, printers, powerbanks, books, …) 
   • Subscription of journals, 
   • Stationary memberships, 
   • Postal charges, 
   • Email/internet, 
   • Fax and phone charges,
   • Photocopies within host institution.

5. Does it include support with Visa application procedures? No, the VISA application process is an obligation of the individual, but research labs may provide support in this regard. 

6. I missed the main application window. Can I still apply? No. We do not accept applications out of the main application window.

Do you still have questions? Feel free to reach out to us.