Andrea Spagnoli

The University of Parma is inviting applications for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026, with Prof. Andrea Spagnoli, Full Professor in Solid and Structural Mechanics, expressing interest in supervising one candidate. This opportunity is ideal for international postdoctoral researchers specializing in solid mechanics, structural mechanics, fracture, fatigue, advanced materials, soft matter, or biological tissues. The University of Parma will act as the host institution for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship, a prestigious program under Horizon Europe that supports talented researchers in advancing their careers through innovative research projects. Prof. Spagnoli’s research encompasses solid and structural mechanics, with particular focus on fracture and fatigue, cutting and puncturing, advanced materials, and the mechanics of soft matter and biological tissues. Candidates interested in these areas are encouraged to reach out directly to Prof. Spagnoli to discuss potential supervision and project ideas. The MSCA@UNIPR Bootcamp 2026, a 3-day intensive training event, will be held from May 26 to 28, 2026, offering guidance on writing successful MSCA project proposals, interactive sessions with experts, and networking with awardees and supervisors. Selected Bootcamp participants may receive a reimbursement fee of up to 1,500 euros (for researchers from European countries) or 2,000 euros (for those from non-European countries) to cover travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs, provided they attend the Bootcamp in Parma and submit a draft project proposal by July 5, 2026. The main MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship provides a competitive salary, mobility allowance, and research costs as per Horizon Europe guidelines. Eligibility requires a relevant doctoral degree and compliance with the MSCA PF criteria. Applicants must contact a supervisor at the University of Parma, prepare a project proposal, and submit their application by January 31, 2026. For more information, candidates should consult the official call and reach out to Prof. Spagnoli for further details.