Research Fellowships at Imperial Physics

Imperial Physics hosts independent research fellows across a wide range of physics disciplines. This page explains how fellowship applications work in the Department, how to explore fit and sponsorship, and what to expect from our internal processes before you apply. 

This guidance is primarily for researchers considering an independent fellowship hosted in the Department of Physics at Imperial. We support fellowship applicants across career stages, from those beginning their independent research journey to those taking the next step in their careers. For academic staff: this page also outlines scheme-specific requirements and internal processes to support conversations with prospective applicants and help signpost relevant opportunities. 

We also welcome enquiries about transferring an existing fellowship to Imperial and will work with you to assess fit, feasibility, and support a smooth transition, including discussions with funders where appropriate. 

Process enquiries: physics-fellowships@imperial.ac.uk

Please note that the Physics Fellowships team provides procedural guidance only and cannot advise on academic fit or identify sponsors; academic discussions should take place with Research Communities and potential sponsors. Eligibility is determined by the funder and is set out in the funder’s call guidance, which usually provides a contact for eligibility queries.

Quick start: how fellowship applications usually begin

(you don't need a finished proposal to start these conversations) 

While details vary by scheme, most fellowship applications at Imperial Physics follow a similar early pathway: 

  1. Identify a Research Community 
  2. Make early contact
  3. Discuss sponsorship and feasibility 
  4. Check if an internal Expression of Interest (EOI) is required
  5. Submit an EOI if required

You can read on for more detail, or jump to the section most relevant to you. 

Why researchers choose to build fellowships at Imperial Physics

Fellows at Imperial Physics join a world-class community that supports independent researchers to thrive. 

  • Freedom to explore - pursue ambitious ideas with flexibility to shape your own research direction 
  • Collaborative networks - connect with leading academics across Imperial and beyond
  • Professional development - gain mentorship, leadership experience, and visibility 
  • Inclusive environment - join a community that values diversity and invests in your success

If you're ready to grow your research, build your independence and make an impact, we'd love to work with you. Explore fellowship opportunities with us!

Identify a Research Community (who to contact first) 

If you are exploring a fellowship application and do not yet have a sponsor, your first point of contact should be the most relevant Research Community. Research Communities are Department-level groupings of academics and researchers working in aligned research areas. They can help you understand fit, identify potential sponsors, and advise on whether an application is feasible for a given scheme. 

If you already have an academic at Imperial in mind (or an existing relationship), you may contact a potential sponsor directly.

We encourage prospective applicants to connect early. Early conversations are informal and exploratory - you don't need a finished proposal to get in touch.

Early preparation gives you time to:

  • Explore how your project aligns with our expertise
  • Identify potential sponsors or collaborators
  • Discuss suitability for different fellowship schemes
  • Begin conversations about your proposal and future plans

Explore our research communities.

Finding and talking to a sponsor

At Imperial Physics, you’ll need an academic staff member to act as your internal sponsor. Your sponsor plays a key role in supporting your application, shaping a strong proposal, and helping you integrate into our research environment.

In many cases, potential sponsors are identified through early conversations within a Research Community. Some applicants may already have an academic at Imperial in mind and can approach them directly.

We recommend reaching out to potential sponsors early to discuss:

  • Research alignment and feasibility 
  • Infrastructure or resource requirements for your project
  • How to refine and strengthen your proposal
  • Feedback on your research plans and fit within the Department 

Explore our academic staff profiles.

If you're unsure who to approach, your Research Community can advise on potential matches. 

Contacting a potential sponsor to explore fit does not commit either party to an application. Please note that staff capacity varies, and not all staff can sponsor applications for every scheme or deadline. Early contact with Research Communities can help identify appropriate routes or alternatives.

Academic staff considering sponsoring a research fellow are encouraged to discuss this within their Research Community. Reviewing the relevant call guidance alongside applicants helps ensure shared understanding of scheme-specific requirements and internal processes.

Internal processes: Expression of Interest/ Nomination Process

Some fellowship schemes require an internal nomination or Expression of Interest (EOI), while others do not. Where used, the EOI process helps manage funder limits, plan and coordinate support, and ensure proposed applications can be appropriately supported within the Department, in line with scheme requirements.

Internal processes vary by scheme and may be managed at Department or College level. Call-specific requirements, deadlines, and submission steps are listed below. The overview that follows explains what an EOI is, how EOIs are reviewed, and what typically happens after submission.

What is an Expression of Interest (EOI)?

An EOI is an internal step used for some fellowship schemes to determine which applications the Department is able to support and, where required, nominate.

EOIs are reviewed to assess academic merit and readiness for the fellowship scheme, alongside factors such as eligibility, scheme requirements, and the Department’s capacity to support applications. This stage helps ensure applications put forward are competitive and appropriately supported.

Because of funder limits and capacity constraints, not all strong EOIs can be supported in a given round and not being taken forward does not disadvantage future applications.

EOIs are required for some schemes but not others. Details of whether an EOI is required, and how to submit one, are provided under each fellowship call below.

How EOIs are reviewed and decisions are made?

EOIs are reviewed by the Department Research Committee, which considers submissions in line with the assessment criteria of the relevant fellowship scheme, alongside eligibility, readiness, and the Department’s capacity to support applications. For some schemes, decisions are made at Department level; others involve College-level nomination or coordination. Where relevant, the Department’s role and next steps are explained in the call guidance.

What happens after you submit an EOI

You will receive confirmation that your EOI has been received. Outcomes are communicated in line with the indicative timelines listed for each call, and we will notify applicants if timelines change.

Possible outcomes following EOI review include:

  • Being supported and nominated to proceed with a full application (where applicable) 
  • Not being taken forward at this stage

Where supported, applicants receive guidance on next steps, timelines, and available administrative support. Academic input and feedback on proposals are typically provided through sponsors and Research Community.

Where an EOI is not taken forward, feedback may be limited due to the volume of applications and scheme constraints.

Applicants take different approaches while awaiting an internal outcome, depending on their circumstances and the external deadline. If you have not heard from us within the indicative timeframe, you are welcome to contact the fellowships team for an update.

Additional Support available

The Early Career Researcher Institute offers complementary support alongside Departmental processes. We encourage applicants to use these resources alongside Research Community support.

More information: Early Career Researcher Institute – Fellowship FAQs.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and adjustments

Imperial Physics is a diverse, international community where different perspectives drive discovery. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, collaborative, and inclusive environment for all researchers. 

We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities — particularly those traditionally underrepresented in physics. We also welcome candidates returning from a career break or those seeking flexible or part-time fellowships due to personal or caring responsibilities.

If you experience any barriers during the application process, please let us know so we can make appropriate adjustments. Requests for adjustments or flexible arrangements are handled confidentially and do not affect academic assessment.

Ready to apply?

Before preparing your application, make sure you have:

  • Engaged with the relevant Research Community and a potential sponsor
  • Checked eligibility and conditions with the external funder
  • Reviewed internal deadlines and nomination requirements

If you are unsure about any of these steps, we encourage you to get in touch early. 

Help us improve

We are reviewing our fellowship support processes. Feedback from researchers who applied, were not taken forward, or considered applying but decided not to is particularly valuable in helping us improve clarity, timelines, and communication.

Your feedback directly informs how we develop our support for future fellows.

Share your feedback.

We are also interested in how you found this page (e.g. social media, colleagues, funder, web search). If you arrived via a specific call or post, please note this in your EOI or feedback — it helps us improve access to information.

Stay connected and help share opportunities: @ImperialPhysics on X (Twitter), @imperialphysics on Bluesky, Imperial Physics on LinkedIn

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Explore Fellowship Opportunities 

Please note that internal deadlines listed for each call are firm and late requests cannot be accommodated. This ensures fair and consistent treatment of all applicants and allows sufficient time to coordinate Departmental support.

Research fellowships

Calls

EPSRC Doctoral Prize Fellowships
Status: Closed. Typically June but last was January)

This up to one-year fellowship provides an opportunity for recent EPSRC-funded PhD graduates to develop their independent research and build a platform for future fellowship or academic career applications. Funding primarily covers salary, with additional support available for research consumables, travel, public engagement, and knowledge exchange activities.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: up to 1 year
  • Eligibility: EPSRC-funded PhD graduates from UK institutions
  • Department quota: Two applicants will be selected to go forward to the Imperial review. Each Research Community may submit up to two candidates for shortlisting
  • Nomination deadline: TBA (last was 6 January 2025)
  • Nomination process:  Imperial Case for Support application form, CV, letter from PhD supervisor and draft Head of Department letter.

EPSRC Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship
Status: Open – no closing date

This fellowship offers up to three years of support for early-career researchers to develop independent research within the mathematical sciences. It is designed for those who have recently completed their PhD. The fellowship focuses on research where the majority of the novelty lies within the mathematical sciences remit.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 3 years (full-time or part-time)
  • Eligibility: PhD holders or those with equivalent experience; early-career researchers without significant prior funding
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: None – always open
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk copying your sponsor

EPSRC Mathematical Sciences Open and Open Plus Fellowships
Status: Open – no closing date

These fellowships support researchers at all career stages beyond postdoctoral level. The Open Fellowship allows for up to five years of research funding, while the Open Plus Fellowship includes additional responsibilities aimed at enhancing the research environment and culture. Applicants are expected to demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to advancing the mathematical sciences.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 5 years (full-time or part-time)
  • Eligibility: Researchers beyond postdoctoral level with a PhD and additional research experience
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: None – always open
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk copying your sponsor

 ERC Starting Grants 2026
Status: Closed, nomination deadline was 24 July 2025

ERC Starting Grants support early-career researchers to establish independent research programmes at the frontiers of knowledge. The scheme offers up to €1.5 million over five years, with an additional €1 million available for major start-up costs, equipment, or relocation from a third country.

Imperial Physics applicants must commit at least 50% of their time to the grant and are expected to take on a small teaching load.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 5 years (full-time)
  • Eligibility: Researchers who defended their PhD between 2 and 7 years before 1 January 2026 (extensions available for career breaks)
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: 24 July 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your proposed sponsor

ERC Consolidator Grants 2026

Status: Open - nomination deadline 13 October 2025 

ERC Consolidator Grants are prestigious, frontier research grants for talented mid-career researchers. The scheme offers up to €2 million over five years. Applicants based in the EU or an Associated Country may request up to an additional €1 million to cover eligible costs such as start-up costs, major equipment, large facilities access, major experimental costs and field work. 
Applicants currently based outside the EU or Associated Countries who are relocating may request up to an additional €2 million for these costs. 

The ERC 2026 Consolidator Grant call is due to open on 25 September 2025 and close on 13 January 2026. 

Imperial Physics applicants are expected to charge 50% of their time to the grant and to take on a small teaching load. 

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 5 years (full-time project)
  • Funding: Up to €2 million + €1 million for start-up, equipment, or relocation
  • Eligibility: Researchers who defended their PhD between 7 and 12 years before 1 January 2026 (extensions available for career breaks)
  • Commitment: Minimum 50% of total working time (Imperial Physics requirement)
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: 13 October 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your proposed sponsor

Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship (Managed by Imperial)
Status: Closed.  Application deadline 24 September 2025.

This two-year postdoctoral fellowship, supported by Schmidt Futures, enables researchers to apply artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to scientific challenges across the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics. Fellows join a cross-disciplinary cohort and receive structured training in AI methods, alongside mentorship and research support within their Imperial host Community.

Two career stages are supported:

  • Research Associate level – for applicants more recently out of their PhD
  • Research Fellow level – for those with several years of postdoctoral (or equivalent) experience, including supervision responsibilities. Experience may come from either academia or industry.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility requirements: None
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: Not applicable – applicants apply directly via Imperial’s Talentlink system, but you must have secured an internal sponsor at Imperial before doing so.
  • Nomination process: None
  •  Imperial deadline: 24 September 2025

Imperial College Research Fellowships (ICRF)
Status: Closed – internal deadline was 11 August 2025

The ICRF is a prestigious four-year fellowship supporting outstanding early-career researchers in establishing independent careers at Imperial with up to £30,000 for research/travel (up to £45,000 in justified cases) For the 2025 round, the Department of Physics is only supporting applications under the ‘AI in Science’ theme, co-funded by Schmidt Sciences.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 4 years
  • Start Date: Between 1st August and 1 December 2026
  • Eligibility: ≤4 years post-PhD (viva date) by 18 August 2025 excluding career breaks
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination process: None
  • Departmental approval deadline: 11 August 2025
  • Imperial deadline: 18 August 2025
  • Application method: Submit final draft “Research Proposal and Budget” form to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying sponsor, once returned apply online via Imperial Jobs – search for NAT01920

MSCA European Postdoctoral Fellowships
Status: Closed – internal deadline was 27 August 2025

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie European Postdoctoral Fellowships are prestigious, EU-funded awards supporting talented researchers in developing independent careers through advanced training and international mobility. Fellowships last 12 to 24 months and are open to researchers of any nationality, provided they meet the mobility rule. Please note that we are not hosting Global Postdoctoral Fellowships.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 12–24 months
  • Eligibility: Doctoral degree + no more than 8 years’ full-time research experience; must not have resided or worked in the UK for more than 12 of the 36 months before the call deadline
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination process: None
  • Departmental deadline: 27 August 2025
  • Call deadline: expected 10 September 2025
  • Application method: By 27 August at the latest email phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk with your supervisor copied to confirm your intention to apply and set up your application on the EU portal and complete Part A

NERC Independent Research Fellowships
Status: Closed (last deadline 3 April 2025)

The NERC Independent Research Fellowship (IRF) scheme supports talented early-career researchers in environmental science to establish themselves as independent researchers. Fellows are expected to demonstrate leadership potential and deliver high-impact research within NERC’s scientific remit.

Applicants seeking to apply through Imperial Physics are encouraged to coordinate with the Grantham Institute for co-support.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 5 years
  • Eligibility: Researchers working in NERC science areas
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination process: Identity a sponsor in Physics then contact Grantham copied to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk

Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowships

Status: Closed (last nomination deadline was 12 May 2025)

The RAEng Research Fellowships support outstanding early-career researchers to establish independent research careers in engineering and applied sciences. The scheme offers a prestigious five-year award and is open to applicants from around the world who have completed their PhD within the last four years.

Imperial runs a selection process for this call. See their webpage

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 5 years
  • Eligibility: PhD awarded (or unconditionally approved) ≤4 years before 17 September 2025
  • Department quota: Up to 2 nominations to the Imperial selection process
  • Departmental nomination deadline: 12 May 2025 (if selected the Imperial nomination deadline is 9 June 2025)
  • Call deadline: 17 September 2025
  • Nomination process: Review the Department’s academic staff and contact a potential supervisor aligned with your research. They will advise on alignment and provide the internal application form.
  • send the following to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor: by 12 May -Completed Imperial RAEng application form, draft Head of Department letter, (optional) Up to 3 letters of support from collaborators

Royal Astronomical Society Fellowships
Status: Closed

The RAS Research Fellowship enables outstanding candidates to pursue independent research in astronomy, solar system science, geophysics, or closely related fields.
The Norman Lockyer Fellowship specifically supports researchers focusing on astronomy, including solar system and planetary science.

Fellowships are awarded on a three-year cycle (for fellowships beginning the following year):

  • RAS Research Fellowships: 2021, 2024, 2027
  • Norman Lockyer Fellowships: 2022, 2025, 2028

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 3 years, starting 1 October in the year of the award (or within 6 months thereafter)
  • Eligibility: Applicants must hold a PhD awarded after 1 October three years before the start of the fellowship, or have passed their viva by the deadline and be awarded their PhD before the start date (exceptions may apply in cases of maternity leave, career breaks, illness, etc.)
  • Department quota: five
  • Nomination deadline: 1 September 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your proposed sponsor

Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 Research Fellowships
Status: Open - nomination deadline 23 October 2025

The Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 awards Research Fellowships to support early career scientists and engineers of exceptional promise. These prestigious fellowships are open to candidates in any branch of the physical or biological sciences, mathematics, applied science, or engineering.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: Recent PhD holders or those completing their PhD in the year of application; normally with no more than 3 years of postdoctoral experience
  • Department quota: Five
  • Nomination deadline: 23 October 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor

Royal Society Career Development Fellowship
 Status: Open – nomination deadline 15 October 2025 
The Royal Society Career Development Fellowship (CDF) supports outstanding early-career researchers from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM. The fellowship provides funding to help establish an independent research career and is open to researchers across the Royal Society’s scientific remit. 

Key Facts: 

  •   Duration: Up to 4 years
  • Eligibility: You self-identify as being from a Black heritage, including mixed Black background; you are a UK national, or have completed part of your education in the UK (Undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD), or hold/have held a postdoctoral researcher position in the UK; you have a PhD, or will have one by the time the funding starts, with less than 24 months postdoctoral experience
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: 15 October 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor

Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowships
Status: Closed – internal deadline was 21 August 2025

The Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship supports excellent early-career scientists who require flexible working arrangements due to personal circumstances such as parental or caring responsibilities or health conditions. The fellowship provides up to 8 years of funding to help establish an independent research career. The Fellowship is open to researchers across all areas of the Royal Society’s scientific remit.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 8 years
  • Eligibility: Early-career researchers with up to six years of research experience post-PhD (excluding career breaks) needing flexible support due to personal circumstances
  • Department quota: None
  • Nomination deadline: 21 August 2025
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor

Royal Society Newton International Fellowships 

Status: Open - nomination deadline 8 January 2026 (call opens 15 January)

UPDATE December 2025

The Department opened its nomination process ahead of the official call launch to give applicants time to prepare and explore sponsorship options. The Royal Society have now updated the call for 2026 with significant eligibility changes. 

The Newton International Fellowship programme provides support for outstanding early career researchers to make a first step towards developing an independent research career through gaining experience across international borders. The fellowships enable researchers to access expertise, gain new perspectives and build long-lasting collaborative relationships.

Key facts: 

  • Duration: 2 years 
  • Eligibility: Applicants must have been awarded their PhD or successfully defended their doctoral thesis by the closing date for applications; have no more than five years of active full-time postdoctoral experience (excluding career breaks but including teaching and industry research), be based outside the UK, and not hold UK citizenship.
  • There is also a new rule that each UK academic Sponsor can only support one application in any round.
  • Department quota: ten 
  • Nomination deadline: 8 January 2026 
  • Nomination process: Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form,  including your CV and publication list, and email it to phys-ra@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor

Royal Society University Research Fellowship (URF)
Status: Closed (last nomination deadline was 13 June 2025)

(Note applications are coordinated through Research Communities which may have earlier deadlines)

The Royal Society University Research Fellowship supports outstanding early-career researchers in the natural sciences who have the potential to become leaders in their field. The scheme offers up to 8 years of funding, enabling awardees to build an independent research career in a UK institution.

Nominations are coordinated through the relevant Research Community, each of which may support up to six nominations. Applicants must engage with their Community well in advance of the Departmental deadline, as their internal deadlines may vary.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 8 years
  • Eligibility: Early-career researchers with three to eight years of research experience (excluding career breaks).
  • Research Community quota: Up to six nominations each
  • Department quota: 15
  • Nomination deadline: 13 June 2025
  • Nomination process:

STFC Ernest Rutherford Fellowship (ERF)
Status: Closed (last nomination deadline was 13 June 2025)

(Note: applications are coordinated through Research Communities, which may have earlier deadlines)

The Ernest Rutherford Fellowship, funded by STFC, enables early-career researchers to establish independent research careers in the STFC core science areas: astronomy, solar and planetary science, particle physics, particle astrophysics, cosmology, nuclear physics, and accelerator science. The scheme provides funding for up to 5 years to support ambitious scientific research at UK institutions.

Applications are coordinated through the relevant Research Community, which may support up to six nominations. Applicants must engage with their Community well in advance of the Departmental deadline, as their internal deadlines may vary.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 5 years
  • Eligibility: Early-career researchers in STFC core science areas with a PhD and clear leadership potential
  • Department quota: TBC by STFC
  • Research Community quota: Up to six nominations each
  • Nomination deadline: 13 June 2025
  • Nomination process:

UK Intelligence Community (IC) Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Status: Open
Internal EOI deadline: 5 February 2026

The UK Intelligence Community (IC) Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are offered by the Government Office for Science and administered by the Royal Academy of Engineering. The scheme supports early-career researchers in science and engineering to conduct unclassified basic research relevant to the UK’s intelligence, security, and defence sectors.

Key facts:

  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility:
    • PhD awarded no more than five years before the funder submission deadline (28 April 2026)
    • PhD students are eligible to apply, but must have been awarded their PhD (or have it unconditionally approved) by 1 August 2026
    • Applicants must hold eligible citizenship (including UK, EEA, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland; dual citizenship permitted)
    • The proposed research project must address one of the research topics outlined in the applicant guidance notes
  • Department quota: Ten

 Nomination process (Imperial Physics):

  • Internal EOI deadline: 5 February 2026
  • Results of Department selection announced: week beginning 23 February
  • Internal finalisation deadline (for approved applicants): 21 April
  • Funder deadline: 28 April

Complete the Imperial Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including your CV and publication list, and email it to physics-fellowships@imperial.ac.uk, copying your sponsor.

UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships (FLF)
Status: Closed (last deadline 3 March 2025)

The UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships (FLF) scheme supports talented early-career researchers and innovators across all disciplines to transition to or establish independence. Fellowships provide long-term, flexible funding for ambitious and challenging research and innovation projects.

Imperial operates a managed selection process for this highly competitive scheme.

Key Facts:

  • Duration: Up to 7 years (initial 4 years with possible extension)
  • Eligibility: Early-career researchers and innovators from any discipline or sector
  • Nomination process: Coordinated through Imperial’s selection process
Further Info

If you are at Imperial, you can register for the online funding news service Idox ResearchConnect.

If you are looking for information on how to write a narrative CV, please check out these resources:


If you have any general questions about the fellowship process, please contact our Research Operations Team (Louise Hayward). Note that you have to contact the Research Groups to find a sponsor. 

 

Things to remember

Before applying, please keep in mind...

  • Timeliness of Fellowship at this point in your career
  • Independent Researcher
  • Current standing within the national / international community
  • Referees & their comments
  • Quality, originality and potential impact of proposed research
  • Broader context surrounding the research 
  • Abilty to plan and manage resources 
  • Ability to communicate to a generalist audience 
  • Potential to fulfil the wider responsibilities of an academic career (teaching, public engagement etc) and evidence of leadership ability
  • Appropriateness of the Group with whom you want to work with
  • Alignment with the strategic priorities of the research council/sponsor
Fellowships Elsewhere
Group Information

Some of the Research Groups have Fellowship opportunities pages with their Group information: