{"id":9161,"date":"2026-08-29T02:33:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T23:33:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spbuni.ru\/en\/?page_id=9161"},"modified":"2026-09-02T10:46:55","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T07:46:55","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/spbuni.ru\/en\/postdoctoral\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Frequently Asked Questions!<\/span><\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

Q: Is IPRP an academic degree?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: No. It is a formal research appointment; upon completion, a certificate of research experience is issued, not an academic degree.<\/em><\/p>\n

Q: Are any funded vacancies currently available?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: No, no funded vacancies are currently active; candidates should apply through the Self-Proposed \/ Open Postdoctoral Research pathway.<\/em><\/p>\n

Q: Can a researcher enter directly at Stage III or IV?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: Yes, provided the researcher has equivalent prior postdoctoral experience and sufficient scholarly output, subject to review by the Evaluation Committee.<\/em><\/p>\n

Q: Are postdoctoral researchers permitted to teach?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: Yes, up to a maximum of 3 to 6 hours per week, subject to the supervisor’s written approval.<\/em><\/p>\n

Q: Can the program be extended beyond the 60-month cap?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: No. The cumulative cap for the program (Stages I\u2013IV combined) is 60 months.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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