The fund aims to:

• Support events and activities organized by UniNE postdocs for the postdoctoral community.
• Strengthen the postdoctoral community through networking, well-being, and integration activities, while promoting career development within or beyond academia and enhancing the societal impact of postdoctoral research.
• Increase the visibility of postdoctoral researchers within the University.

• Hold a doctoral degree and be employed by the University of Neuchâtel under a fixed-term research contract that remains active throughout the duration of the proposed activity.
• Serve as the principal organizer or be a member of the organizing committee.
• Joint applications are permitted (e.g., two or three co-organizers).

1. Event description (1–2 pages), including:
   • Objectives
   • Content
   • Target audience
   • Expected number of participants
   • Format
   • Provisional programme
2. Impact statement, describing:
   • The role of the organizers and benefits for their career development
   • Benefits for the postdoctoral community
   • Societal impact, where applicable
3. Detailed budget
4. Timeline
5. Information on any support or collaboration from other institutional entities (department, institute, association, etc.).

Evaluation Criteria

Relevance

• Is the event clearly intended for the postdoctoral community?
• Does it address an identified need (training, networking, well-being, visibility)?
• Does the project complement, rather than duplicate, existing offerings?

Impact

• Number and diversity of postdocs reached (faculties, disciplines).
• Potential for long-term sustainability (recurring event, network creation).
• Societal impact (for outreach activities).
• Impact on the organizers.

Quality and Clarity

• Clearly defined objectives and a coherent programme.
• Appropriate format and relevant speakers or contributors.

Feasibility and Budget

• Realistic budget and justified expenses.
• Credible timeline and adequate logistical support.

Equity

• Promotion of diversity and inclusion (gender, disciplines, nationalities).

Sustainability

• Encouragement of environmentally responsible practices.

Obligations of Grant Recipients

Recipients are required to submit:

• An activity report (2–5 pages) including:
  • Description of the activity and its implementation
  • Number of participants
  • Evaluation and participant feedback
  • Photos (where applicable)
  • Measurable impact
  • Deliverables produced
• A financial report with supporting documentation.
• Acknowledgement of the Graduate Campus support in all communications related to the funded activity.

• Level 2 Projects: Up to CHF 5,000

For projects that require funding beyond these amounts, applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Campus Manager to discuss available options.

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