Applications are now open for research training opportunities at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona, Spain. The CRG Research Training Program provides undergraduate and Master’s students with the opportunity to gain practical research experience in an international scientific environment.
The program is suitable for students who want to strengthen their laboratory and research skills before pursuing a Master’s degree, PhD, or scientific career. Students can apply for available research projects and contact the relevant project supervisor and group leader directly.
According to the current CRG information, the student fellowships are available during the 2026/2027 academic year. Selected students receive a €700 per month gross stipend and travel support for a return ticket. The fellowship can last for up to four months.
CRG Research Training Program 2027 Overview
- Host Institution: Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG)
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Level: Undergraduate and Master’s
- Eligible Nationality: All nationalities
- Duration: Up to 4 months
- Stipend: €700/month gross
- Application Fee: No application fee stated
Duration:
The current student fellowship conditions state that the fellowship is available for up to four months.
Benefits of the CRG Research Training Program
- €700 per month gross stipend.
- Return travel ticket support.
- Practical research experience in Barcelona.
- Training within an international research environment.
- Experience working with CRG research groups and laboratories.
- An opportunity to strengthen laboratory and scientific research skills.
- Exposure to advanced research projects in life sciences and related disciplines.
The current CRG announcement specifies travel support of up to €1,000 for non-European flights and up to €400 for European flights.
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Available Research Projects
The CRG student fellowships are connected to specific research projects and laboratories. Rather than applying to one general academic subject, applicants should review the available projects and identify a project that matches their academic background and research interests. ( Read More)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Applicants from all nationalities can apply.
- Applicants must be enrolled in an official undergraduate or MSc programme at a university.
- The student’s university must be able to sign an agreement with CRG.
- Applicants must be interested in undertaking research within one of the available CRG projects.
- Candidates must be accepted by the relevant CRG research group.
- The fellowship must be undertaken during the 2026/2027 academic year.
- Students already at CRG are not eligible for these particular fellowships.
Required Documents
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Reference letter
- University transcripts
How to Apply for the CRG Research Training Program?
The application process is different from a conventional scholarship application because students apply for specific research projects.
Step 1: Review the available projects
Visit the official CRG student fellowship page and review the available research projects.
Step 2: Select a suitable research group
Choose a project that matches your academic background, technical skills and research interests.
Step 3: Contact the project supervisor
Contact the relevant project supervisor and group leader directly. CRG asks interested candidates to contact the supervisor and group leader with the required documents.
Step 4: Prepare your documents
Prepare your:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Reference letter
- University transcripts
Make sure your documents clearly demonstrate your academic preparation and interest in the selected research area.
Step 5: Wait for the research group decision
Acceptance depends on the capacity of the research group and its ongoing projects. Therefore, meeting the basic eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
