Funding opportunities for early- and mid-career researchers
We have a broad range of research grant funding schemes to cater for your situation, whether you're just getting started or an established independent researcher, and whether you require a fully funded fellowship or grants to advance individual projects.
Are you a clinician looking to develop your research career? Go to opportunities for clinician researchers.
Do you need help deciding which Fellowship to apply to? Our competency framework can guide you to consider which funding opportunity is right for you to support your transition to the next career level.
Funding scheme |
Salary included? |
Next deadline |
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For researchers establishing an independent research group* |
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Career Development Fellowship |
✓ |
21 March 2024 |
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Career Establishment Award |
✘ |
21 March 2024 |
For group leaders transitioning to scientific leadership* |
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Senior Cancer Research Fellowship |
✓ |
21 March 2024 |
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Programme Foundation Award |
✘ |
11 April 2024 |
*Full definitions and eligibility requirements for these career stages are set out in our Competency Framework.
More funding opportunities from other organisations
We've worked with the Medical Research Council and six other major funders of biomedical research to provide an integrated view across career and funding options through an interactive online tool.
More career development opportunities for researchers
We offer a range of fellowships, bursaries and other support to help outstanding scientists and clinicians develop their independent research careers.