Broadening Expertise for YOung Researchers iN aDvanced Cell & Gene Therapies

Objective

BEYOND is a cutting-edge, International Postdoctoral Training Programme on Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP) designed to promote excellent training through interdisciplinary, intersectoral, and cross-border mobility and collaboration. Coordinated by Fondazione Telethon (FTELE), BEYOND aims to tackle the critical skills shortage in the ATMP sector, addressing the pressing demand for intersectoral professionals capable of confidently navigating the full translational pathway of these drugs - a rapidly evolving domain at the forefront of global healthcare innovation. Over 60 months, BEYOND will recruit 35 postdoctoral researchers through 2 competitive calls, offering 3-year fellowships that blend excellent academic science with immersive exposure to all facets of the ATMP development ecosystem, tailored to meet each fellow’s interests and career goals. The Programme combines fundamental and translational research training - in cellular and molecular biology, gene and cell therapy, genomics, computational modelling and AI-protein design - complemented by tailored career development support, empowering fellows to succeed in academia and beyond. BEYOND is uniquely positioned to make a lasting impact by setting new standards for postdoctoral training: it leverages the leadership in the field of FTELE’s institutes (SR-Tiget and TIGEM), and the synergistic strengths of 3 academic implementing partners across Europe (UK, Sweden, Slovenia), alongside key associated academic/non-academic partners like EATRIS, Medicon Village, Assobiotec and Schiller & Mertens. With a holistic approach on career development, BEYOND will empower researchers to become future leaders in the ATMP field. Fully aligned with EU strategic priorities and embedded in dynamic national and regional R&I ecosystems, BEYOND supports Europe’s ambition to lead in health innovation by cultivating a critical mass of skilled scientists, ready to drive long-term scientific excellence and innovation.