Deadline: 18-Aug-2026
DDEA Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowships: Up to DKK 600,000 for Industry-Academia Research in Diabetes and EndocrinologyThe Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA) is inviting applications for its Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowships to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry in diabetes and endocrinology research. The fellowship provides DKK 600,000 over two years to support postdoctoral researchers conducting collaborative research projects at Danish research institutions.
The DDEA Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers conducting collaborative research projects between Danish research institutions and life-science industry partners. The fellowship provides DKK 600,000 over two years and promotes research excellence through international collaboration, interdisciplinary approaches, cross-sector partnerships, and patient and public involvement.
About the Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to encourage strong partnerships between academic institutions and industry while supporting innovative research in diabetes, metabolism, and endocrinology.
The program enables early-career researchers to strengthen their scientific profile through collaborative research that combines academic excellence with industry expertise. Each project must clearly demonstrate meaningful contributions from both the academic institution and the industry partner.
Funding Information
- Fellowship value: DKK 600,000
- Fellowship duration: Two years
- Funding level: 50% financed postdoctoral fellowship
- Funding supports eligible postdoctoral fellowship costs in accordance with DDEA grant terms.
Research Focus Areas
Applications may address research within:
- Diabetes
- Endocrinology
- Metabolism
- Translational medical research
- Clinical research
- Basic biomedical research
- Industry-academia collaborative research
Projects should clearly demonstrate the value of collaboration between academic researchers and industry partners.
DDEA Funding Priorities
Applications are encouraged to align with DDEA’s strategic funding priorities, including:
- International collaboration
- Interdisciplinary research
- Collaboration across academic and industry sectors
- Patient and public involvement (PPI)
Applicants should explain how their project contributes to one or more of these priority areas.
Who is Eligible?
Applicants must:
- Be applying for a DDEA postdoctoral fellowship.
- Hold a PhD degree or have a PhD thesis accepted for defense by the time of grant notification.
- Conduct the postdoctoral project at a Danish research institution.
- Have a principal supervisor employed at the Danish host institution.
- Develop the project in collaboration with an eligible industry partner.
The project must clearly define the responsibilities and contributions of both the academic institution and the industry collaborator.
Why This Fellowship Matters
Industry-academia collaboration accelerates the translation of scientific discoveries into practical healthcare solutions. By combining academic research expertise with industry knowledge, the fellowship promotes innovation, strengthens research capacity, and supports the development of new approaches to diabetes and endocrinology.
The program also helps postdoctoral researchers expand professional networks, gain experience working across sectors, and build stronger career pathways in biomedical research.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Project description
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Publication list
- PhD degree documentation
- Principal supervisor information
- Documentation of industry collaboration
- Any additional supporting documents required under DDEA guidelines
All documents should comply with DDEA application requirements.
How to Apply
Applicants should follow these steps:
- Confirm eligibility for a DDEA postdoctoral fellowship.
- Establish a collaboration with an industry partner.
- Develop a collaborative research project with clearly defined academic and industry roles.
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Explain how the project addresses DDEA funding priorities.
- Submit the completed application before the published deadline.
Application Tips
- Clearly explain the scientific value of the proposed research.
- Demonstrate meaningful collaboration between academia and industry.
- Highlight the project’s potential impact on diabetes and endocrinology research.
- Describe how the fellowship supports your long-term research career.
- Ensure all required documentation is complete and follows DDEA guidelines.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Providing unclear descriptions of the industry partnership.
- Failing to define the roles of each collaborating organization.
- Omitting required supporting documents.
- Not addressing DDEA funding focus areas.
- Submitting incomplete or non-compliant applications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship?
Researchers who meet the DDEA postdoctoral eligibility requirements, hold a PhD (or have an accepted PhD thesis), and will conduct research at a Danish research institution in collaboration with an industry partner.
How much funding is available?
Each fellowship provides DKK 600,000 for a two-year, 50%-financed postdoctoral position.
What research fields are eligible?
Projects related to diabetes, metabolism, endocrinology, and related biomedical research areas are eligible.
Is industry collaboration mandatory?
Yes. Every application must demonstrate a meaningful collaboration between an academic institution and an industry partner, with clearly defined contributions from both.
What are DDEA’s funding priorities?
The fellowship emphasizes internationalisation, interdisciplinary research, collaboration across sectors, and patient and public involvement (PPI).
How are applications evaluated?
Applications undergo anonymous peer review by the DDEA Grant Review Committee. Evaluation considers the applicant, project quality, research environment, alignment with DDEA funding priorities, and overall scientific impact.
Who makes the final funding decision?
Final funding decisions are made by the DDEA Board of Directors based on recommendations from the DDEA Grant Review Committee.
Conclusion
The DDEA Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship offers an excellent opportunity for postdoctoral researchers to strengthen their research careers through industry-academia collaboration in diabetes and endocrinology. By supporting innovative partnerships, interdisciplinary research, and international collaboration, the fellowship helps translate scientific discoveries into meaningful advances that benefit patients, healthcare systems, and the wider research community.
For more information, visit Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy.