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Daphne Jackson fellowship

These fellowships are for those looking to return to a research career after a break. Fellowships combine a personalised retraining programme with a challenging research project. They are flexible, usually lasting two years at 0.5 full-time equivalent, although some UKRI funders may award longer.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Medical Research Council (MRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Co-funders:
The Daphne Jackson Trust
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
20 September 2020
Opening date:
N/A
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

Researching ME/CFS: highlight notice

Apply for funding to research myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

You can get the funding through any of the existing:

  • grants from MRC research boards
  • MRC fellowships.

You should apply through the existing funding opportunity that is most relevant to your science area and career stage.

 

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship, Grant
Publication date:
1 May 2003
Opening date:
1 May 2003
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

AHRC research, development and engagement fellowships: early career researchers route

The research, development and engagement fellowship scheme (ECR route) supports early-career arts and humanities researchers to undertake ambitious, innovative research and enhance their skill set. Between £50,000 and £250,000 is available for projects lasting six months to two years.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Award range:
£50,000 - £250,000
Publication date:
20 September 2020
Opening date:
8 June 2020
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

AHRC research, development and engagement fellowships: standard route to support mid-career and established researchers

AHRC’s research, development and engagement fellowship scheme (standard route) supports mid-career and established arts and humanities researchers to undertake ambitious, innovative research and enhance their skill set. Between £50,000 and £300,000 is available for projects lasting six to eighteen months.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Award range:
£50,000 - £300,000
Publication date:
20 September 2020
Opening date:
8 June 2020
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

EPSRC open fellowship

Apply for a fellowship focusing on any topic in the EPSRC portfolio.

You’ll have the support, flexibility and freedom to:

  • develop high-quality research
  • gain experience to enhance your career
  • create a modern and inclusive research environment
  • raise the profile of EPSRC’s remit.

You must be hosted and supported by an eligible UK research organisation during your fellowship.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
2 December 2020
Opening date:
2 December 2020
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

EPSRC synthetic biology postdoctoral fellowship

Apply for a fellowship focusing on the engineering challenges of delivering synthetic biology as a mature technology.

You’ll have the support, flexibility and freedom to:

  • transition to research independence
  • develop high-quality research
  • gain experience to enhance your career.

An eligible UK research organisation must host you during your fellowship.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
8 December 2020
Opening date:
2 December 2020
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

EPSRC postdoctoral fellowship

Apply for a fellowship focusing on either:

  • energy
  • mathematical sciences.

You’ll have the support, flexibility and freedom to:

  • transition to research independence
  • develop high-quality research
  • gain experience to enhance your career.

An eligible UK research organisation must host you during your fellowship.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
8 December 2020
Opening date:
2 December 2020
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

Fellowships to inform policies for culture and heritage capital

Apply for funding to inform policies for culture and heritage capital.

You must:

  • be based at an organisation eligible for UK Reseach and Innovation (UKRI) funding
  • have a PhD or equivalent experience
  • meet AHRC’s early career researcher status.
Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Co-funders:
Department for Digital Culture Media and Sport (DCMS)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Award range:
£100,000 - £135,000
Publication date:
16 June 2022
Opening date:
16 June 2022
Closing date:

Digital research fellowships at US cultural institutions

Apply for funding to develop digital research at US cultural institutions.

You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for AHRC funding. Cultural institution staff are particularly encouraged.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Co-funders:
Library of Congress, Getty Conservation Institute
Funding type:
Fellowship
Total fund:
£1,125,000
Maximum award:
£150,000
Publication date:
16 June 2022
Opening date:
16 June 2022 16:00 UK time
Closing date:

Explore experiences and outcomes of the family justice system

Apply for funding to better our understanding of children and families’ experiences and outcomes of the family justice system.

You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for ESRC funding.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Co-funders:
Administrative Data Research UK (ADR UK), Ministry of Justice
Funding type:
Fellowship
Maximum award:
£145,000
Publication date:
24 June 2022
Opening date:
23 June 2022
Closing date:

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