This scheme provides support for outstanding postdoctoral scientists based in academic institutions in the UK and Republic of Ireland (RoI). Candidates are expected to have an excellent track record in their scientific field and be able to demonstrate their ability to carry out independent research.
The fellowship is for five years in the first instance, and provides:
This fellowship is subject to competitive rolling scientific review every five years, and renewed awards will be funded on the basis that the Trust and the host institution will jointly fund the Senior Research Fellow's salary through a '50:50' partnership for the duration of any renewal period.
Eligibility
The fellowship is open to individuals with a relevant connection to the EEA.
You should have between five and normally ten years' research experience (from the date of your viva to the date of your preliminary application) at postdoctoral level, or veterinary equivalent, and have a substantial record of publications in your chosen area of research in leading international journals.
Candidates that do not hold an established post may apply to remain in their current laboratory, to return to one where they have worked before or to move to a new laboratory in the UK or RoI.
Candidates that hold an established post are not eligible to apply for a fellowship to be held at their current employing institution. However, we are willing to consider a preliminary application where a candidate wishes to move institution and is able to make an appropriate justification for the move.
The Trust does not normally accept resubmissions of full applications for its fellowships. Please contact the Office for further advice.
Sponsorship You must have an eligible sponsor and host institution in the UK or RoI who can guarantee space and resources for the tenure of the award. Candidates who propose to undertake fieldwork or research in a low- or middle-income country may require an additional sponsor in the overseas institution.
The host institution sponsor:
Application
A preliminary application form [Word 223KB] should be completed and submitted electronically (as a Word document) to the relevant funding stream (see ‘Contacts’) no later than the published deadline.
The Trust does not normally accept resubmissions of full applications for its fellowships. Please contact the Office for further advice.
Incomplete or incorrectly completed forms will not be accepted. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Please do not send any additional material.
You will be notified in writing of your success, or otherwise, in reaching the next round of the competition. Decisions will not be available by telephone. In some instances, we may recommend that a candidate apply for a Research Career Development Fellowship.
Full application forms will usually be sent to shortlisted candidates within one month of the preliminary deadline.
In the full application, if invited, the host institution will be required to confirm that it will support a successful renewal of the fellowship under the shared funding arrangement for the full period of any renewal.
Late applications at any stage will not be accepted.
Application advice
Reviewers typically assess:
You may not apply for more than one Wellcome Trust fellowship scheme at any one time.
You are encouraged to contact the appropriate funding stream if you have any queries regarding the scheme, a potential application or career issues.
Successful applicants may have the opportunity to apply for Enhancement funding. Details can be found here.
This is an annual competition.
Fellowships must be started within one year of award.
Contacts
Enquiries may be directed to the appropriate funding stream, or by telephone to the Grants Service Desk: +44 (0)20 7611 2020.
Immunology and Infectious Disease
E iid@wellcome.ac.uk
Populations and Public Health
E pph@wellcome.ac.uk
Neuroscience and Mental Health
E nmh@wellcome.ac.uk
Physiological Sciences
E phs@wellcome.ac.uk
Molecules, Genes and Cells
E mgc@wellcome.ac.uk
See our postal address and general contact details.
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The fellowship is for five years in the first instance, and provides:
- a basic salary, as determined by the host institution (normally up to £55 000 pa) with an additional Trust supplement of £12 500 pa
- the essential costs of the research programme (e.g. consumables, equipment, research assistance, overseas allowances, collaborative travel and subsistence)
- an inflation and Flexible Funding Allowance.
- support to attend scientific meetings.
This fellowship is subject to competitive rolling scientific review every five years, and renewed awards will be funded on the basis that the Trust and the host institution will jointly fund the Senior Research Fellow's salary through a '50:50' partnership for the duration of any renewal period.
Eligibility
The fellowship is open to individuals with a relevant connection to the EEA.
You should have between five and normally ten years' research experience (from the date of your viva to the date of your preliminary application) at postdoctoral level, or veterinary equivalent, and have a substantial record of publications in your chosen area of research in leading international journals.
Candidates that do not hold an established post may apply to remain in their current laboratory, to return to one where they have worked before or to move to a new laboratory in the UK or RoI.
Candidates that hold an established post are not eligible to apply for a fellowship to be held at their current employing institution. However, we are willing to consider a preliminary application where a candidate wishes to move institution and is able to make an appropriate justification for the move.
The Trust does not normally accept resubmissions of full applications for its fellowships. Please contact the Office for further advice.
Sponsorship You must have an eligible sponsor and host institution in the UK or RoI who can guarantee space and resources for the tenure of the award. Candidates who propose to undertake fieldwork or research in a low- or middle-income country may require an additional sponsor in the overseas institution.
The host institution sponsor:
- must have a contract of employment with the institution or, in the case of an NHS employee, an honorary academic appointment, with tenure beyond the duration of the proposed fellowship
- should give an undertaking that if an award is made, you should be granted the status and prerogatives of other academic staff of similar seniority
- should not expect you to spend more than eight hours per week on activities unrelated to the fellowship (e.g. teaching) during the first five years of the grant.
Application
A preliminary application form [Word 223KB] should be completed and submitted electronically (as a Word document) to the relevant funding stream (see ‘Contacts’) no later than the published deadline.
The Trust does not normally accept resubmissions of full applications for its fellowships. Please contact the Office for further advice.
Incomplete or incorrectly completed forms will not be accepted. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Please do not send any additional material.
You will be notified in writing of your success, or otherwise, in reaching the next round of the competition. Decisions will not be available by telephone. In some instances, we may recommend that a candidate apply for a Research Career Development Fellowship.
Full application forms will usually be sent to shortlisted candidates within one month of the preliminary deadline.
In the full application, if invited, the host institution will be required to confirm that it will support a successful renewal of the fellowship under the shared funding arrangement for the full period of any renewal.
Late applications at any stage will not be accepted.
Application advice
Reviewers typically assess:
- the calibre of the candidate
- the scientific merit of the proposed project
- the significance of the research
- the appropriateness of the application for the scheme
- the suitability of the sponsor and host environment.
You may not apply for more than one Wellcome Trust fellowship scheme at any one time.
You are encouraged to contact the appropriate funding stream if you have any queries regarding the scheme, a potential application or career issues.
Successful applicants may have the opportunity to apply for Enhancement funding. Details can be found here.
This is an annual competition.
- Next preliminary application deadline: 6 June 2011
- Invited full application deadline: 3 October 2011
- Expert Review Group review: February 2012
- Shortlisted candidate interviews: March/May 2012
- Funding Committee review: March 2011
- Shortlisted candidate interviews: April/May 2011
Fellowships must be started within one year of award.
Contacts
Enquiries may be directed to the appropriate funding stream, or by telephone to the Grants Service Desk: +44 (0)20 7611 2020.
Immunology and Infectious Disease
E iid@wellcome.ac.uk
Populations and Public Health
E pph@wellcome.ac.uk
Neuroscience and Mental Health
E nmh@wellcome.ac.uk
Physiological Sciences
E phs@wellcome.ac.uk
Molecules, Genes and Cells
E mgc@wellcome.ac.uk
See our postal address and general contact details.
Source : Click here
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