Call Hosting Groups – SRUK​/CERU Winter Internships

Call for Hosting Groups – SRUK/CERU Winter Internships 2026 Application SRUK/CERU Winter Internships-Call for UK Hosting Groups

These studentships will allow research groups in the UK to host and train junior researchers (undergraduate/master’s students)
from Spanish Universities
.

• SRUK/CERU supervisors (hosts) gain leadership and supervision skills, enriching their CV with the Honorary Lecturer recognition.
• Spanish students strengthen practical and language skills.
• Spanish and British Universities forge new connections.

SRUK/CERU members at any stage of their career interested in hosting a winter student must apply before the 3rd of October 2025 .

• Up to 25
  internships (to be confirmed).
• Fields*:
  Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Biosciences, Biochemistry.
• Duration
  : 3-6months.
• Period of the placements, from1 st of February to 31 st
  ofJuly 2026
  .
• Resources: The University Francisco de Vitoria funds 400€ per month to the Hosting Group to cover bench or administration fees that can be used without restrictions, to a maximum of 1,600€.
• Applicants may use the award to attract additional funding.

This grant is open to
allSRUK/CERU members, including those holding a regular (student, junior, or senior) or an associate membership
,who want to host winter students based in a Spanish university
. Non-members can apply only after submitting their membership registration.

• The pre-assignment of student-supervisor pairs aims to streamline program management, with the primary goal of achieving the best possible match between students and supervisors. The selection process will be based on academic criteria and insights gained from previous experiences at Spanish Universities in similar programs.
• This student placement is an integral part of UFV’s official undergraduate program (Curricular Activities), and the University will officially acknowledge the supervision provided.
• Students must have full insurance coverage through their home University or private providers.
• Upon the completion of the student placement, SRUK/CERU Researchers (hosts) are required to complete a survey about their experience with the program. SRUK/CERU will use this feedback to enhance future calls for participation. Additionally, hosts may receive invitations to participate in scientific outreach activities organised by SRUK/CERU, including events such as Science in the Pub, Pint of Knowledge, or contributing to the SRUK/CERU Blog.

• SRUK/CERU will review the completeness of Hosting Group applications and forward them to the participating institution, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria.
• Universidad Francisco de Vitoria will allocate one student to each relevant supervisor and, if that applies, create a waiting list. They will align the supervisor’s expertise and requirements (including mobility duration, degree, and experience prerequisites) with the academic qualifications and willingness of the students.
• Supervisors will have a 10-day window to interview the candidates before accepting one or more. Specific dates for this process will be announced after the Final date to receive applications.
• In case of any disagreements with the initial allocation, the University-SRUK/CERU will provide contact information for other students on the waiting list.
• The universities will facilitate the final matching of candidates and supervisors and communicate the final outcomes to the students and SRUK/CERU. SRUK/CERU will also maintain communication with the Hosting Group throughout this process.

• SRUK/CERU members willing to apply as Hosting Group supervisors must download and submit the following Application Form .
• Applications must be filled out in English.
• Together with the application form, please send your CV (max. 2 pages or narrative CV)  using the subject line “SRUK/CERU Winter Internships 2026: [Name of the applicant]”. The same instructions are also detailed on the online form.

The deadline for registering Hosting Groups is the 3rd of October 2025.

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