Research fellowships

Research fellowship opportunities. Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh and you'll join one of the world’s top research-intensive universities. We are ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education's REF power ratings) with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

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If you are considering applying for a Fellowship or research grant to come to the University of Edinburgh, please contact the relevant University School/Centre/Institute hosting you in the first instance.  Edinburgh Research Office work closely with School Research Offices to guide applicants through the application process, including any internal selection processes in place.

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UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships

Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh. Please read this page for further information on the Future Leaders Fellowships and begin planning ahead. Please note, this is a pre-announcement, and some details may change when the full call is announced.

British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships

British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024. Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships

Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships. Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

Leverhulme Trust Research Leadership Awards

Please be advised that the deadline for the 2025 call has now passed. The information provided here remains available for reference in advance of future calls.

Royal Society Wolfson Fellowships and Visiting Fellowships

The Royal Society Wolfson Fellowships and Visiting Fellowships. Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

AXA Chair

The AXA Chair, apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

NIHR Global Research Professorships

NIHR Global Research Professorships Round 8. Apply to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

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