Apply for the Royal Society University Research Fellowship 2024-25! Fully funded with up to £1.87M over eight years. Advance your career in the UK.
About
Funds Grant offers a great chance for early-career scientists with the Royal Society University Research Fellowship 2024-25. This fully funded fellowship supports innovative research with up to £1.87 million over eight years. It aims to develop future research leaders in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Fellows receive tailored professional development, networking, and engagement opportunities. The Royal Society encourages diversity in STEM, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds. Apply now to advance your career and contribute to scientific excellence in the UK.
Details
Country: United Kingdom
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Deadline: September 10, 2024
Opportunity Type: Felloships
Research Fields:
- Astronomy
- Cosmology
- Earth Sciences
- Physics
- Environmental Sciences
- Geosciences
- Chemistry and Engineering
- Pure and Applied Mathematics
- Statistics
- Computer Science and Communications
- Computer Engineering
- Mathematical Aspects of Astronomy
- Physics (Gravitation, Theoretical Physics)
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Zoology
- Plant Sciences
- Physiology
- Biomedical Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
Interested in a UK fellowship for 2024-25? Apply for the Royal Society University Research Fellowship. But first, check the eligibility criteria below:
- You need 3-8 years of research experience since your PhD, excluding career breaks.
- You must not hold a permanent position at a major university or non-profit research organization.
- You should not have previously held a fellowship similar to this one that allows you to establish an independent research group.
- Your research should be in fields such as natural sciences, biological research, biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, or physics.
- Applicants of any nationality can apply. Those needing a visa can apply for a Global Talent Visa through the fast-track process.
- Applicants from Ireland are funded by Science Foundation Ireland and should check the specific eligibility requirements.
Benefits
If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss the chance to become a Royal Society fellow. The Royal Society University Research Fellowship 2025 in the UK offers numerous benefits. Here are the advantages:
- This fully funded fellowship offers up to £1.87 million for an eight-year period.
- The funds can cover part of your salary, indirect and estate costs, equipment, research expenses, consumables, and travel.
- Additionally, the funds will cover relocation and visa costs for you and your dependents (partner and children). It also supports new four-year PhD studentships.
- The fellowship provides flexibility for personal circumstances such as part-time work, sabbaticals, and secondments.
- Provisions for maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoptive, or extended sick leave are available, along with financial support for childcare costs incurred from attending conferences and research visits.
- Royal Society Research Fellows can access career development and engagement opportunities, including training in leadership, science communication, and public engagement.
- This fellowship is a life-changing opportunity, significantly impacting many researchers’ careers.
- It’s an excellent chance to conduct research in the UK and participate in an international research fellowship.
Application Process:
Interested in applying for the Royal Society University Research Fellowship 2024? Click the ‘apply now’ button below.
- Submit your application through the Flexi-Grant system.
- Applications are reviewed by one of five Research Appointment Panels, depending on your research area.
- After eligibility checks, at least two panel members with relevant expertise will review each application.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at the Royal Society.
- For more details and FAQs, click here.
- Be sure to apply before the deadline.