Apply for support to become an internationally recognised research leader. Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must:

• be a registered healthcare professional
• have a PhD or equivalent
• have experience leading research funded by a major funder
• be managing your own independent research group

Your application must include plans for how you would develop into a leader in your field at an international level.

There’s no limit on the amount of funding you can apply for. We will fund project costs and 50% of your salary for up to five years.

This is an ongoing funding opportunity. Application rounds close every April.

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Opportunity status: Open

Funders: Medical Research Council (MRC)

Funding type: Fellowship

Publication date: 8 February 2024

Opening date: 8 February 2024 9:00am UK time

Closing date: 3 April 2024 4:00pm UK time