Developing the next generation of research leaders
In the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), we pride ourselves on creating a vibrant and inclusive research environment. We invest in our talent through several fellowship schemes to develop the next generation of research leaders.
We offer:
- a diverse, inclusive, and supportive research environment
- guidance and support on developing your fellowship proposal, while helping you prepare for your interview
- access to state-of-the-art facilities, including high performance computing
- mentorship by experienced research leaders in your field
- personal development planning
- support with data management, impact planning, outreach activities and more
We know that everyone’s requirements will be different, so we’re happy to discuss your needs.
Fellowship opportunities
Our general call for fellowship candidates is open throughout the year. Together, we can build a strong application which gives you the greatest opportunity for success. If you’re interested in any of the below fellowships, or a fellowship that isn’t listed, please contact us so we can discuss your request.
Some fellowships have a candidate selection process. Please contact us far in advance of the funder deadline to discuss specific requirements.
How to apply
Submission requirements, and any deadlines, will depend on which fellowship you’d like to apply for. Please contact us for more information.
Open-ended contract fellowships
Successful candidates should be offered an open-ended contract once they've completed the fellowship.
- European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant
- Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Independent Research Fellowship
- Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowships
- Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Ernest Rutherford Fellowship
- The Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship
- The Royal Society University Research Fellowship
- UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Future Leaders Fellowship
Other fellowship opportunities
- Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Discovery Fellowship
- Daphne Jackson Fellowship
- Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowships
- London Mathematical Society Early Career Fellowships
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships
- Royal Astronomical Society Research and Norman Lockyer Fellowships
- Royal Commission of 1851 Research Fellowships
- The Royal Society Newton International Fellowships
- UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Stephen Hawking Fellowship