Scholarship Description

The Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK is open to all nationals. It is offered for research degrees in the fields of Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics. The deadline for sending an application is 10 Sep 2024. This scholarship is provided by The Royal Society.

The University Research Fellowship (URF) program aims to support the next generation of research leaders in undertaking cutting-edge research. The objectives of the URF program are to enable outstanding early career scientists with the potential to become leaders in their field to:

  • Build an independent research career at a UK university or research institution
  • Gain the freedom, time, and long-term, flexible support to pursue high-quality and innovative lines of scientific research.
  • Develop as research leaders by offering tailored, high-quality professional development, networking, and engagement opportunities.

Fellowships are for eight years, with years six to eight being subject to satisfactory progress demonstrated in a mid-fellowship review at the start of year four.

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Scholarship Benefits

  • Contribution to the award holder’s salary,
  • Indirect and estate costs, Equipment costs, and research expenses including consumables, travel, etc.
  • Contribution towards research assistance salary and associated indirect and estate costs,
  • Support for a new four-year PhD studentship,
  • Relocation and visa costs for the applicants and their dependants (partners and children).

Scholarship Eligibility

  • The applicants can be of any nationality.
  • The candidates should not have a permanent post in a university or not-for-profit organization.
  • Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree.
  • Applications from the candidates who have just submitted their Ph.D. are not accepted.
  • Applicants should be in the early stages of his/her research career and have between 3 to 8 years of research experience.
  • Applicant's research must be within the Royal Society’s remit of natural sciences, which includes: biological research and biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and physics.

Others

Application Process

  • All eligible candidates must apply through the application and grant management system, Flexi-Grant®.
  • The shortlisted applicants are invited to an in-person interview at the Royal Society. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • When is the deadline of Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025?

    The deadline of Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 is 10 September 2024.

  • For which degree is Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 offered for?

    Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 is offered to PhD , Fellowship degree.

  • For which field is Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 offered for?

    Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 is offered for Engineering , Mathematics , Biomedical Sciences , Chemistry , Physics

  • Who can apply for Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025?

    Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 is open for: All

  • Who is offering Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025?

    The Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 is offered by: The Royal Society

  • What is the funding covered in Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025?

    The Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 covers Fully Funded Scholarships

  • Where can Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 be taken at?

    The Fully Funded University Research Fellowship in UK 2025 can be taken at: United Kingdom