Robotics and Navigation Travelling Fellowship Cohort One: Call for applications

Application Form

Dear EUROSPINE Member,

We are pleased that you are interested in participating in the EUROSPINE- Robotics and Navigation Travelling Fellowship 2026.

In collaboration with Globus and EUROSPINE, this Fellowship supports the continued education and training of spine surgeons through a structured experience at premier EU spine centres with a specialisation in robotics and navigation. Application submission deadline is Friday 13 March.

The Fellowship will commence with attendance at EduWeek in Strasbourg. EduWeek is EUROSPINE's Flagship Educational event which takes place from 22 - 26 June. Following participation in three Basic Diploma modules and a Robotics Skills Lab at EduWeek, selected Fellows will travel to two hospitals in close proximity for an emersion in robotic and navigated spine surgery with renowned specialists.

The Fellowship offers four spaces to Early Career surgeons and combines hands-on observation, focused discussions, and exposure to innovative technologies used in spine surgery. Funding for the Fellowship is valued at €5,500 per fellow and subject to EUROSPINE reimbursement policies for self arranged travel and accommodation only.

Eligibility Requirements:

Reputable EUROSPINE Premium or Standard Member
Early Career (Resident or Consultant ≤3 years)
Working in Europe
Specialist interest in robotics and navigation in spine surgery
New to EduWeek/Basic Diploma
Available for participation in the full programme (22 June - 3 July 2026)

Applicants who have successfully completed a EUROSPINE Fellowship in the previous 2 years will not be considered.

Mandatory documentation requirement:

Motivation letter in English. Please include details regarding any previous affiliations with EUROSPINE that you have had, for example Education or Research involvement.
Recommendation Form in English (download template) (*Please upload the letter and the recommendation form as one Word document or PDF document) signed by a Head of Department or equivalent.

Goals:

Equip Early Career spine surgeons with progressive skills and knowledge across robotics and navigation.
Provide direct exposure to expert-led practices and cutting-edge surgical techniques.
Enhance global knowledge-sharing and support innovation in spine.

Application Details:

Please complete the form and upload the requested mandatory documents in supported formats like PDF, DOC, or DOCX. The file size limit is 16MB.

Upon submission of your application, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Applications will be reviewed by the EUROSPINE Education Committee and successful applicants will be notified week commencing 23 March 2026.

Submission deadline: 13 March at 23:59 CET

For further queries, please get in touch with the Education Team at education@eurospine.org.

Best Wishes

Julie-Lyn Noel

Director of Education and Research

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* 2. Enter your last name.

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* 3. Tell us in which EU country you are currently working.

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* 4. Recent photograph

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* 5. Motivation letter

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* 6. Recommendation letter and completed form

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* 7. Please provide an email address.

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* 8. Please provide your position title.

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* 9. Please list your EDUCATION/TRAINING. (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include post-doctoral training)

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Robotics and Navigation Travelling Fellowship Cohort One: Call for applications

Application Form

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* 1. Enter your first name.

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* 2. Enter your last name.

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* 3. Tell us in which EU country you are currently working.

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* 4. Recent photograph

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* 5. Motivation letter

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* 6. Recommendation letter and completed form

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* 7. Please provide an email address.

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* 8. Please provide your position title.

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* 9. Please list your EDUCATION/TRAINING. (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include post-doctoral training)

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* 10. Please list previous employment positions.

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* 11. Please describe your professional acheivements to date.

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* 12. Please list any honours and awards.

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* 13. What is your main interest in spine surgery?

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* 14. Do you have a specialist interest in robotics and navigation technologies?

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* 15. What is your current exposure to robotics and navigation technologies?

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* 16. Have you worked in a spine centre in which robotics and/or navigation technology is a focus? Please explain.

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* 17. Which navigation and/or robotic technology do you have experience with?

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* 18. Please list a maximum of 5 Spine-Related Meetings, Conventions and Symposiums Attended most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 19. Further comments.