Offer Description

BEYOND is a Postdoctoral Programme designed to train a new generation of intersectoral professionals capable of accelerating the development of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) , innovative treatments which are reshaping healthcare. Coordinated by Fondazione Telethon (FTELE) – a leading non‑profit organization in translational research – the programme will recruit 35 postdoctoral researchers via a rigorous and transparent process, through two competitive calls , offering three‑year fellowships designed to provide high‑level, interdisciplinary and intersectoral training experience in the field.

The Programme addresses a critical gap in Europe’s innovation landscape : the need for professionals who possess a holistic understanding of the full ATMP development continuum – from fundamental research through clinical translation, regulatory approval, industrial manufacturing, and patient access. This comprehensive perspective is rarely addressed in conventional academic training, which often remains siloed and narrowly focused on science. The need is especially urgent at the postdoctoral level, where structured, career‑oriented training opportunities are typically lacking. BEYOND stands out by combining cutting‑edge fundamental research with immersive experiences across all phases of the translational pathway , engaging key stakeholders such as biotech and pharmaceutical companies, regulatory affairs professionals, development facilities, and healthcare institutions.

Objectives of BEYOND

- To train scientists with a well‑rounded, translational mindset that empowers them to drive therapeutic innovation and unlock diverse career opportunities within and beyond academia;
- To consolidate a European intersectoral framework for ATMP education, overcoming the traditional academia‑industry dichotomy.





BEYOND Fellows will be hired under full‑time employment contracts of 36 months, providing full social security coverage in the host countries. Positions are hosted at San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy, Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine, Lund Stem Cell Center, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, and the National Institute of Chemistry.

Eligibility Criteria

- Hold a PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. biomedical sciences, molecular biology, bioengineering, immunology, bioinformatics) by the call deadline.
- Not have more than 4 years of full‑time equivalent postdoctoral research experience at the time of the call deadline.
- Demonstrated research experience in areas relevant to the programme.
- At least one experimental manuscript published or accepted as first (or co‑first) author in a peer‑reviewed journal; pre‑prints are considered; predatory journals are not accepted.
- Compulsory mobility: must not have lived or carried out their main activity in the hosting country for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately preceding the call deadline.
- Evidence of English proficiency, assessed during the online interview for candidates reaching that stage.

Salary and Allowances

- A living allowance that varies across countries to comply with national laws and institutional regulations.
- A mobility allowance of €500 (included in the salary) to contribute towards travel expenses and accommodation costs.
- Researchers with family responsibilities are eligible for an additional monthly family allowance, assessed at the time of recruitment and subject to adjustment if their family status changes during the Fellowship.
- National statutory deductions will apply to these amounts, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Selection Process

- Eligibility check
- On‑paper evaluation
- Online interview
- Final ranking

Application Deadline

30 Jun 2026 – 17:00 (Europe/Rome)

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📌 BEYOND - International Postdoctoral Program on Advanced Therapies - EXTENDED DEADLINE (Italia)
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