The SNSF aims to make its funding schemes as family-friendly as possible. During maternity leave, the SNSF will provide supplementary funds through the supported project. This support will be in line with local regulations. Under certain conditions, it is possible to apply for a prolongation of the project or to hire a replacement. For more detailed information, the responsible applicant of the project should contact the division concerned.
Projects
Fellowship holders who become mothers in the course of the research fellowship are entitled to paid maternity leave of four months. Fellowship holders who become fathers may be granted paid paternity leave of up to four months in the course of a fellowship if an application giving reasons is submitted.
Careers
The SNSF accepts that grant holders may wish to employ part-time staff in their project.
Projects
Mentoring programmes make a significant contribution to equal opportunities at univer-sities by supporting young researchers in planning their careers. Since 2006, the SNSF has contributed to the programmes "Mentoring Deutschschweiz" and "Réseau romand".