Wellcome Trust - Research Fellowships in Humanities and Social Science, 2021

Career stage: Postdoctoral research, Leading a research programme, returning to research. 

Level of funding: Salary and research expenses covered. 

Duration of funding: Up to 3 years.

Who can apply

You can apply for a Research Fellowship if you’re a postdoctoral researcher who wants to carry out an extended period of research on your own project.

You must not have a permanent contract, or a contract that will last longer than this fellowship.

You should also:

• be based (or planning to be based) in the UK, Republic of Ireland or a low- or middle-income country
• have sponsorship from an eligible host organisation.

In most cases, applicants should have been awarded a PhD before they apply.

What we're looking for

We will assess:

• the significance and originality of your proposed research
• the suitability and relevance of your approach to your research topic
• your previous research contributions eg publications, conference papers, public engagement and policy-related work
• the suitability of the host organisation for your research and for developing your independent career.

For further details visit the call webpage.