Overview

The Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowships support researchers at the early stages of their academic careers to undertake a significant piece of publishable research, hosted at UK universities.

Eligibility

Early career researchers with a strong research record
Must not hold a full-time permanent academic position
Secure a host institution at a UK university

Benefits

Year 1: 100% salary costs up to £56,000
Years 2 and 3: 50% salary costs up to £28,000/year covered, with the host university covering the remaining balance
Up to £6,000 per year for research expenses
Opportunity to build an independent academic profile
Pathway to a permanent academic position

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the Leverhulme Trust Grants Management System. Applicants must coordinate with a host university before applying. Learn more.