We invest in researchers and their ideas

The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) funds excellent research at universities and other institutions – from chemistry to medicine to sociology. Thousands of teams are generating knowledge for a better future for all. Together with our partners, we play a key role in shaping research in Switzerland.

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New organisational structure for the SNSF

To fulfil its tasks efficiently and professionally also in the future, the SNSF has devised a new organisational structure for itself.

Data Portal: Figures and data for you

Our Data Portal creates transparency – with comprehensive information on research projects, key figures and Data Stories.

Work with us

Wide range of activities and modern terms of employment. Find out more about the SNSF as an employer. All vacant positions at a glance.

Information for researchers

Equal opportunities

From funding to coaching

Project staff

Guidelines and specific measures

Open Access

Simple and efficient publishing of results

International

Crossing borders with an SNSF grant

Early-career researchers

Your scientific career - our funding schemes

Equal opportunities

From funding to coaching

Project staff

Guidelines and specific measures

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Fresh impetus for research

Open Science

Data and publications must be freely accessible

Artificial Intelligence

For the responsible use of AI

Research infrastructures

Model for national planning

Equality, diversity, inclusion

An open research culture – that’s what we stand for

Internationality

Worldwide cooperation as the basis for success

Open Science

Data and publications must be freely accessible

Artificial Intelligence

For the responsible use of AI

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