Masterclass: Writing a Horizon Europe MSCA Postdoctoral Proposal
About the event
The International Project Office of Ulysseus and the Joint European Office (CEM), led by the Initiative of Excellence (IDEX) Université Côte d’Azur are excited to invite you to a unique Masterclass designed to support you in preparing a high-quality MSCA Postdoctoral proposal.
This event will cover the key aspects of writing an MSCA Postdoc proposal, with a focus on the „Excellence,“ „Impact,“ and „Implementation“ sections. Expect concrete examples, actionable Do’s and Don’ts, and interactive Q&A sessions.
In the afternoon, fellow candidates will benefit from a hands-on workshop, where they will work individually on their proposals, engage in focused group discussions, and receive personalized feedback from experienced professionals and local Grant Officers.
Agenda
09:00 – 09:10 | Introduction and Program Overview
- Welcome address and overview of the day’s program
09:10 – 12:00 | Key aspects in MSCA Postdoc proposals, concrete examples, Do’s and Don’ts
- Writing the „Excellence“ Section
- Writing the „Impact“ Section
- Writing the „Implementation“ Section
- Interactive Q&A session (via chat or mic)
12:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 – 16:30 | Hands-on Workshop: Proposal Writing for Postdoctoral Fellows
- Individual work on writing or refining personal proposal sections
- Breakout groups (Postdoc + Hosting supervisor) for focused group discussions and feedback
- Dedicated support from local Grant Officers and professionals
16:30 – 17:00 | Closing Remarks and Next Steps
- Recap of key takeaways
- Final Q&A session with fellow candidates
- Information on available resources and support