FCDO Senior Research Fellowships 2027: Fully Funded Two-Year Fellowship Opportunities Across 11 Global Research Areas ·FCDO

Overview

This program offers fully funded two-year Senior Research Fellowships aimed at senior academics who want to apply their expertise to real-world international challenges while collaborating with policymakers and government teams.

Eligibility

• Be at least at Associate Professor level or equivalent seniority
• Be employed by a UK academic institution
• Remain employees of their sending institution throughout the fellowship period
• Eligible to obtain UK security clearance

Benefits

• Direct engagement with UK foreign policy and development initiatives
• Opportunity to shape international policy discussions
• Collaboration with government teams and policymakers
• Contribution to high-impact interdisciplinary research
• Access to strategic global development networks
• Enhanced professional visibility and influence
• Opportunity to work on globally significant challenges

How to Apply

1. Review the detailed job description for the selected thematic area
2. Complete the online application form through the RCC Grant Management System
3. Review the available user guide for the application system
4. Prepare supporting academic and professional documentation
5. Submit application before the deadline

Deadline

Applications must be submitted before 30 August 2026.