BBSRC offers schemes to support excellent researchers. These provide a prestigious opportunity for you to develop your skills as a:
- scientist
- leader
- impact generator
We invest in fellowships both directly and in partnership with other organisations.
BBSRC Fellowship Scheme
BBSRC Fellowship Scheme (previously Discovery Fellowships) support researchers who have demonstrated great potential to become future leaders.
You will be looking to conduct your own independent research within a host laboratory. Candidates must provide strong evidence of working towards this goal.
As well as funding, BBSRC Fellowship Scheme provides additional support in the form of:
- mentoring
- fellowship events
- training courses
The BBSRC Fellowship Scheme is offered annually. Details of how to apply for a 2024 fellowship can be found on the UKRI funding finder.
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What is the BBSRC Fellowship Scheme?
See what our committee members and staff have to say about the BBSRC Fellowship Scheme. Find out:
- who BBSRC Fellowship Scheme is for
- what the fellowship can support
- who is eligible
- where you can find advice on developing an application
What we look for when assessing BBSRC Fellowship scheme proposals
Hear what our committee members are looking for in BBSRC Fellowship Scheme applications and get their top tips for developing and writing an exceptional proposal.
Successful BBSRC Fellowship Scheme proposals
Get advice from our BBSRC Fellows on:
- what helped them develop outstanding proposals
- the resources they used
- the advice they received
Daphne Jackson Fellowships
Daphne Jackson Fellowships support scientists who wish to return to research after a career break of two or more years. The scheme aims to provide fellows with the confidence and skills needed to make a successful return.
Daphne Jackson Fellowships are administered by the Daphne Jackson Trust.
Find out more about Daphne Jackson Fellowship funding.
David Phillips Fellowships
David Phillips Fellowships support outstanding researchers to conduct very high quality research and establish independent academic careers.
It is not currently offering funding.
Enterprise Fellowships
Enterprise Fellowships support researchers to seek investment and develop a full business plan for a business idea. They also provide the training needed to achieve this successfully.
The business idea must be based on previous BBSRC-funded research.
This scheme is administered by the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
Read more about Enterprise Fellowships.
This scheme is not currently offering funding.